Brugada Syndrome

Cardiology

Genetic Na channel disorder with ↑SCD risk (typically young Asian men).

Diagnosis

  • Type 1 ECG: coved ST↑ ≥2 mm + inverted T in V1-V2 (spontaneous or provoked with ajmaline/flecainide)

Management

  • ICD if symptomatic or spontaneous type 1 + syncope/SCD family history
  • Avoid QT drugs, fever control (paracetamol early)
  • Quinidine for storm

Related in WardRound

Educational — verify locally.

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