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Genetics can contribute to the prognosis of Brugada syndrome: a pilot model for risk stratification.
European journal of human genetics : EJHG - 1 Sept 2013
Sommariva Elena, Pappone Carlo, Martinelli Boneschi Filippo, Di Resta Chiara, Rosaria Carbone Maria, Salvi Erika, Vergara Pasquale, Sala Simone, Cusi Daniele, Ferrari Maurizio, Benedetti Sara
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Brugada syndrome is an inherited arrhythmogenic disorder leading to sudden death predominantly in the 3-4 decade. To date the only reliable treatment is the implantation of a cardioverter defibrillator; however, better criteria for risk stratification are needed, especially for asymptomatic subjects. Brugada syndrome genetic bases have been only partially understood, accounting for <30% of patients, and have been...
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