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Cardiomyopathy and the electrocardiogram in Friedreich's ataxia.
- Source :
- British Journal of Hospital Medicine (17508460); Apr2013, Vol. 74 Issue 4, p232-233, 2p, 1 Black and White Photograph, 1 Graph
- Publication Year :
- 2013
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Abstract
- The article presents a case study of an 18-year-old man, diagnosed with Friedreich's ataxia at the age of 8, presented with a fast irregular pulse. Blood tests were normal, electrocardiogram showed rapid atrial fibrillation, echocardiogram revealed concentric left ventricular hypertrophy and diastolic dysfunction. This cardiomyopathy in Friedreich's ataxia; he was treated with oral sotalol, digoxin, and aspirin for rate control and potentially chemical cardioversion.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 17508460
- Volume :
- 74
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- British Journal of Hospital Medicine (17508460)
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 87039053