QTc Prolongation: A Guide for Primary Care Physicians 💊

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This lecture provides an in-depth exploration of QT prolongation with a focus on its definition, clinical relevance, and primary care considerations. Topics include congenital and drug-induced Long QT Syndromes (LQTS), genetic predispositions, and risk factors such as polypharmacy and comorbidities. Attendees will learn methods of QT interval assessment, the triggers and risks of Torsades de Pointes, and strategies for risk mitigation in medication management. Emphasis is given to clinical...