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[Romano Ward syndrome]

A Stiskal, M Schlemmer, I Riedinger

    Padiatrie Und Padologie
    |January 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Romano Ward Syndrome, a genetic disorder, causes fainting spells due to heart rhythm problems. This family study highlights its inheritance and effective treatment with beta-blockers.

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Genetics
    • Neurology

    Background:

    • Syncopal attacks are often linked to cardiac arrhythmias.
    • Romano Ward Syndrome is characterized by QT interval prolongation and loss of consciousness.

    Observation:

    • A three-generation family exhibited characteristic QT interval prolongation and alterations on ECG.
    • Affected female members experienced recurrent episodes of syncope, not attributable to epilepsy.
    • Ventricular arrhythmias were suspected as the cause of these syncopal episodes.

    Findings:

    • The observed symptoms align with Romano Ward Syndrome, excluding other congenital abnormalities like deafness.
    • The study explored the syndrome's inheritance patterns and underlying pathogenetic mechanisms.
    • Beta-blocker therapy (propranolol) successfully eliminated syncopal attacks in a younger patient.

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    Implications:

    • This research underscores the importance of recognizing Romano Ward Syndrome in patients with unexplained syncope and ECG abnormalities.
    • Effective management strategies, including beta-blocker medication, can significantly improve patient outcomes.
    • Further research into pathogenetic mechanisms may reveal novel therapeutic targets for long QT syndrome variants.