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I have acquired qt prolongation am i at risk of arrythmias or sudden death?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Very possibly: Long QT syndrome is a disorder of the cardiac conduction system which puts some patients at risk of sudden cardiac death due to arrhythmia. If you have it, you should consult with a cardiologist to try to determine the cause and whatever treatment is appropriate. Do not delay. Good luck.

Answered 5/16/2016

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

See below: The most common causes of acquired QT prolongation are medications and electrolyte imbalance.*If your condition was a reaction to medication then your risk should be very low if you avoid medications known to cause QT prolongation.FOR A LIST OF MEDICATIONS TO AVOID AND A DISCUSSION OF PROLONGED QT GO TO: CredibleMeds.org There may be a genetic component that increases risk of drug induced LongQT

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