Brugada Syndrome Misdiagnosed As Acute Myocardial Infarction: A Case Report

Brugada syndrome (BrS) is an autosomal-dominant condition mainly caused by defects in sodium channels causing ST-segment elevation in electrocardiograms (ECGs) in the V1 and V2 precordial leads, with ventricular tachyarrhythmias due to premature ventricular contractions, which increases the risk of...

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Published in:Curēus (Palo Alto, CA) CA), 2022-07, Vol.14 (7)
Main Authors: Khan, Ahmad R., Waqar, Salma, Arif, Amina, Ul Haq, Furqan, Shah, M. Isac
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cardiac arrhythmia
Cardiology
Case reports
Defibrillators
Electrocardiography
Genetic disorders
Heart attacks
Medical diagnosis
Medical imaging
Mutation
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Summary:Brugada syndrome (BrS) is an autosomal-dominant condition mainly caused by defects in sodium channels causing ST-segment elevation in electrocardiograms (ECGs) in the V1 and V2 precordial leads, with ventricular tachyarrhythmias due to premature ventricular contractions, which increases the risk of sudden cardiac death. BrS usually presents in adulthood, with an average age of presentation of 41 years.In this article, we describe a case of BrS diagnosed in a 36-year-old male having sudden cardiac arrest with no comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, smoking, or any valvular disease history. We then explain the ECG-based diagnosis, signs and symptoms, presentation at the emergency department, and treatment options.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.26998