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What is the definition of Long QT Syndrome 2?
Long Q-T syndrome 2 (LQT2) is a rare disorder of the heart’s electrical system that can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired. In long Q-T syndrome 2, there is a defect in ion channels in the cells of the heart, causing a delay in how long it takes for the heart’s electrical system to recharge after each heartbeat. The Q-T interval on an electrocardiogram (ECG) represents the time it takes for the heart’s electrical system to fire an impulse through the heart’s ventricles and then recharge; in other words, how long it takes for the heart muscle to contract and then recover. In long Q-T syndrome 2, the 2 refers to the type of ion channel affected.
What are the symptoms of Long QT Syndrome 2?
Some individuals with congenital long Q-T syndrome 2 may not have any symptoms. Symptoms of congenital long Q-T syndrome 2 usually appear in the teen years through the 20s. Symptoms of long Q-T syndrome 2 may include fainting (syncope), seizures, abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias), palpitations, ventricular tachycardia (rapid heartbeat), and sudden cardiac death. Symptoms of long Q-T syndrome 2 commonly occur after exercise, after being startled or experiencing emotional overexcitement, during sleep, or upon suddenly waking up.
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What are the current treatments for Long QT Syndrome 2?
Treatment for long Q-T syndrome 2 is focused on alleviating symptoms and preventing sudden cardiac death and may include medications, such as beta blockers (nadolol and propranolol), surgery that interrupts the nerves to the heart (sympathectomy), the use of an implantable automatic cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD), and avoiding triggering events.
Who are the top Long QT Syndrome 2 Local Doctors?
Distinguished in Long QT Syndrome 2
Dr. Anthony Nappi
Interventional Cardiology
Distinguished in Long QT Syndrome 2
Dr. Anthony Nappi
Interventional Cardiology

Bassett Medical Center

1 Atwell Road, 
Cooperstown, NY 
607-547-3180
Languages Spoken:
English
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Anthony Nappi is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Cooperstown, New York. Dr. Nappi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Long QT Syndrome 2. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Apoplexy, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Elite in Long QT Syndrome 2
Dr. Gideon Koren
Cardiology
Elite in Long QT Syndrome 2
Dr. Gideon Koren
Cardiology

Miriam Hospital

1 Hoppin St, 
Providence, RI 
401-444-4629
Languages Spoken:
English

Gideon Koren is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Koren is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Long QT Syndrome 2. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Long QT Syndrome 2, Long QT Syndrome 1, Long QT Syndrome 5, Adenoidectomy, and Gastrostomy.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Long QT Syndrome 2
Dr. Gary S. Ledley
Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology | Internal Medicine
Advanced in Long QT Syndrome 2
Dr. Gary S. Ledley
Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology | Internal Medicine

Tower Health Medical Group Cardiology - Phoenixville

824 Main St, Ste 306, 
Phoenixville, PA 
610-983-1941
Languages Spoken:
English
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Gary Ledley is a Cardiologist and an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ledley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Long QT Syndrome 2. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Ectopic Heartbeat, and Familial Ventricular Tachycardia. Dr. Ledley is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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