| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5961659 | Heart Rhythm | 2010 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
ECG abnormalities are strongly associated with DCM in patients with MD and frequently precede cardiac dysfunction by several years. Arrhythmias are common, and periodic ECG and Holter evaluations are warranted as they may predict early cardiac involvement.
Keywords
DMDChFBMDSVTDCMArrhythmiasElectrocardiographyelectrocardiogramECGMRILeft ventricularVentricular tachycardiaSupraventricular tachycardiaMagnetic resonance imagingICDDuchenne's Muscular DystrophyMuscular dystrophycongestive heart failurePediatricsCardiomyopathyDilated cardiomyopathyImplantable cardioverter-defibrillator
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Authors
Anjan M. MD, John L. MD, Joseph W. MD, Jamie A. MD, Bryan C. MD, Jeffrey J. MD,