MRCP revision battle 13.1: Brugada Syndrome
MRCP revision battle 13.2: SVC obstruction
MRCP revision battle 13.3: Causes long PR
MRCP revision battle 13.4: Cauda equina syndrome
MRCP revision battle 13.5: Surviving Sepsis
MRCP revision battle 13.1: Brugada Syndrome
Brugada Syndrome is an autosomal dominant condition that causes abnormal sodium channel proteins, leading to a risk of VF/VT and sudden death.
It is commonest in Asians.
20-40% of cases are associated with a SCN5A mutation.
ECG shows partial/complete RBBB with ST elevation in V1 to V2. The classical ECG is type 1 below, with the other 2 possible variations.
Treatment is ICD.
Next up - SVC obstruction...
