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  • Cardiology
  • Genetics
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Myotonic dystrophy (MD) is an autosomal dominant inherited multisystemic disease.
  • It is characterized by muscle wasting, delayed relaxation, cataracts, and endocrine changes.
  • Cardiac involvement, including conduction disturbances and arrhythmias, is a known complication of MD.

Observation:

  • A 19-year-old male experienced cardiac arrest during physical activity.
  • Family history revealed myotonic dystrophy in his father and cousin.
  • ECG monitoring showed third-degree AV block, ventricular tachycardias, atrial flutter, and atrial fibrillation.

Findings:

  • Neuromuscular testing and genetic analysis confirmed myotonic dystrophy.
  • The patient presented with severe cardiac arrhythmias.
  • These arrhythmias occurred despite the absence of overt neurological symptoms.

Implications:

  • This case highlights that potentially lethal cardiac arrhythmias can be the primary manifestation of myotonic dystrophy.
  • It underscores the importance of considering MD in young individuals with unexplained cardiac arrest and a family history of the disease.
  • Early recognition and cardiac monitoring are vital for preventing sudden cardiac death in MD patients.