Brugada Syndrome: A Primer for Nurse Practitioners

Brugada syndrome (BrS) is a less known cardiac condition which falls into the category of a channelopathies. BrS has been diagnosed for more than 2 decades. Currently BrS remains a major cause of sudden cardiac death in young adults who have no known abnormal heart structure. Nurse practitioners' awareness of the clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care is essential for maximizing patient outcomes.