Introduction to Long QT Syndrome: A Cause of Sudden Cardiac Death in Athletes - BJSM blog - social media's leading SEM voice
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If the corrected QT interval is less than the 470 or 480 milliseconds standard for males and females, respectively, the athlete can qualify for participation contingent upon an appropriately tailored therapy regiment including “β-blockers, …electrolyte and hydration replenishment, and minimization of core body temperature elevations” (Johnson & Ackerman, 2012). Athletes will also be advised to purchase an automatic external defibrillator as part of their sports equipment.
implant a defibrillator in her chest, and closely monitor her training regimen
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