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Pyrexia-Induced Brugada Syndrome Unmasked by Community-Acquired Pneumonia: A Case Report
Homodi Mohamed1, Ahmed Elnour2, Mohamed Karar3
1General Practice, University Hospital Kerry, Kerry, IRL.
Cureus
|September 15, 2025
Summary
Fever can unmask Brugada syndrome, a genetic heart condition, leading to dangerous arrhythmias. Prompt fever control and monitoring are crucial for patients with Brugada syndrome to prevent sudden cardiac death.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Genetics
- Electrophysiology
Background:
- Brugada syndrome is a genetic disorder associated with ECG abnormalities and sudden cardiac death risk.
- Fever is an underappreciated trigger that can unmask Brugada syndrome and provoke arrhythmias.
- Recognizing fever as a trigger is vital for managing patients with Brugada syndrome.
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