Brugada Syndrome: A Primer for Nurse Practitioners
Publication Title
The Journal for Nurse Practitioners
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-2018
Keywords
Brugada syndrome; channelopathies; electrocardiogram; sudden cardiac death
Abstract
Brugada syndrome (BrS) is a less known cardiac condition which falls into the category of a channelopathies. BrS has been diagnosed for more than 2 decades. Currently BrS remains a major cause of sudden cardiac death in young adults who have no known abnormal heart structure. Nurse practitioners’ awareness of the clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care is essential for maximizing patient outcomes.
Area of Special Interest
Cardiovascular (Heart)
Specialty/Research Institute
Cardiology
Specialty/Research Institute
Nursing
