New Findings with Brugada Syndrome
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Brugada Syndrome is an imbalance between the inward and outward currents during the phase 1 action potential.
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Causes patient's electrocardiograph (ECG) to display 3 types of ST segment elevation in the right precordial leads.
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Typically manifests during adulthood with higher occurance in Asian countries, including Thailand and Japan, rather than in Western Counrties.
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Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator has successfully treated patients.