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.

Clinical Institute

Cardiovascular (Heart)

Specialty

Cardiology

Specialty

Nursing

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