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Brugada Syndrome: Diagnosis and Risk Stratification

All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders

Brugada syndrome is thought to account for about one fourth of sudden cardiac deaths in individuals with structurally normal heart. It is seldom done in pediatric age group. Yet, SCN5A variants are identified in only about one fifth of persons with Brugada syndrome. With proper precautions, risk can be reduced.