Short QT syndrome. Update on a recent entity.

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The short QT syndrome, a recently discovered ion channel disorder, combines shortened repolarization, a predisposition to atrial and ventricular fibrillatory arrhythmias, and a risk of sudden death. Few cases have been reported, but the prevalence may be underestimated. This syndrome might account for some cases of unexplained ventricular fibrillation in patients with otherwise healthy hearts. Patients have...

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