Key result
Brugada syndrome diagnosis and management carry a significant psychological burden, with up to 19.3% of symptomatic patients developing new-onset anxiety or depression and a 32.7% prevalence of Type D personality.
Why the study?
This review evaluates the psychological profile of Brugada syndrome patients, the impact of its diagnosis, and potential tools to evaluate these features.
Does the diagnosis and management of Brugada syndrome impact the psychological profile and quality of life in affected patients?
Does the diagnosis and management of Brugada syndrome impact the psychological profile and quality of life in affected patients?
The diagnosis and management of Brugada syndrome, including ICD implantation, carry a significant psychological burden, highlighting the need for multidisciplinary care and psychological screening.
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Supports routine psychological screening in Brugada care; confirms substantial burden and extends call for integrated multidisciplinary management.
Brugada syndrome (BrS) is an arrhythmic hereditary disorder affecting mainly males, aged 30-50 years. Type D personality has a prevalence of 32.7% among BrS patients and 15% of these patients have an history of psychiatric disorders. One out of six BrS patients could develop anxiety/depression after BrS diagnosis or after the implantation of a defibrillator. This review evaluates the psychological profile of BrS patients, the impact of its diagnosis, and potential tools to evaluate these features.
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Santoro et al. (2025) conducted a review in Brugada syndrome (n=644). Brugada syndrome diagnosis and management vs. General population or asymptomatic patients was evaluated on Prevalence of psychological disorders (anxiety, depression, Type D personality). Brugada syndrome diagnosis and management carry a significant psychological burden, with up to 19.3% of symptomatic patients developing new-onset anxiety or depression and a 32.7% prevalence of Type D personality.
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