Brugada Syndrome Unmasked by Kratom Use in a Young Man

Joel G. Matthews; David R. Perkins; Parth Adrejiya; David K.A. Donkor

doi:10.1016/j.jaccas.2026.107173

February 1, 2026JACC Case ReportsOpen Access

Brugada Syndrome Unmasked by Kratom Use in a Young Man

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Key Points

To highlight the cardiovascular risks associated with kratom use, particularly its potential to unmask Brugada Syndrome.
Case report detailing the clinical presentation of the young man with Brugada Syndrome after kratom use.
Review of literature on the effects of kratom as a psychoactive substance.
Identification of Brugada Syndrome in the patient post-kratom use.
Reinforcement of kratom's potential arrhythmogenic effects and associated cardiovascular risks.

Implication

Case report reveals cardiovascular risks linked to kratom use, emphasizing the need for awareness.

Abstract

Kratom is a psychoactive substance with potential arrhythmogenic effects. Increased awareness of its cardiovascular risks is important for both clinicians and public health.

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Matthews et al. (2026) studied this question.

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