Key result
This review highlights that long QT syndrome should be considered during the evaluation of syncope and seizures, emphasizing routine QTc assessment and appropriate cardiology referral.
Population
Patients with or at risk for long QT syndrome
Design
Review
Authors
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May reduce misdiagnosis of syncope as seizures; leaves open prospective validation of routine QTc screening.
This review emphasizes the critical role of primary care providers in identifying long QT syndrome through routine QTc assessment and appropriate referral for syncope or seizures.
Behere et al. (2014) conducted a review in long QT syndrome. This review highlights that long QT syndrome should be considered during the evaluation of syncope and seizures, emphasizing routine QTc assessment and appropriate cardiology referral.
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