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Torsade de Pointes: A Comprehensive Review of Pathophysiology and Therapeutic Approach
Abstract: Torsade de pointes (TdP) is a rare form of polymorphic ventricular tachycardia, marked by fluctuating QRS complex amplitudes that twist around the isoelectric line on an electrocardiogram (ECG). It is commonly linked to prolonged QT intervals, which can be either acquired or congenital. While TdP often resolves spontaneously, it may lead to fatal ventricular fibrillation if untreated. Medications, electrolyte imbalances, and genetic conditions like Jervell and Lange-Nielsen syndrome contribute to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 36–41 Read article