Long QT syndrome: Long QT syndrome (LQTS) results from structural abnormalities in the potassium channels of the heart, which predispose affected persons to an accelerated heart ... more about Long QT syndrome.
Long QT syndrome: A condition which is characterized by prolongation of the QT interval of the heart rhythme. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Long QT syndrome is available below.
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Long QT syndrome (LQTS) results from structural abnormalities in the potassium channels of the heart, which predispose affected persons to an accelerated heart rhythm (arrhythmia). (Source: Genes and Disease by the National Center for Biotechnology)
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