The prolonged QT interval is both widely seen and associated with the potentially deadly
rhythm, Torsades de Pointes (TdP). While it can occur spontaneously in the congenital form …

A number of different psychotropic agents have been associated with an increased risk of
cardiovascular disease, and these relationships have been difficult to interpret due to the …

The ECG is a rapidly available clinical tool that can help clinicians manage poisoned
patients. Specific myocardial effects of cardiotoxic drugs have well-described …

WHAT IS ALREADY KNOWN ABOUT THIS SUBJECT• Escitalopram is a selective serotonin
re‐uptake inhibitor and the S‐enantiomer of racemic citalopram. Previous studies have …

An increased incidence of sudden death has been observed among patients treated with
antidepressants. A prolonged QTc interval is a known prognostic factor for fatal arrhythmia …

Introduction: Ventricular arrhythmia and sudden cardiac death risk are associated with
prolonged electrocardiographic (ECG) QT and Tpeak-Tend intervals. Objective: To evaluate …

Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are a main problem faced by drug companies and regulatory
authorities. Not only do they contribute heavily to late-phase failure of drug development and …

A 27-year-old male who had been on methadone therapy for 6 months was investigated with
a 12-lead digital holter because of a prolonged QT on a standard 12-lead electrocardiogram …

I have read with great interest the study carried out by Khalaf et al.[1] published in
Cardiovascular Toxicology. They evaluated the role of the N-terminal fragment of B-type …

The adjuvant for Gramoxone INTEON is composed of 20% methanol, 20% sodium lingo
sulphonate, 10% alkylaryl polyoxyethylene ether, and 50% water. Although the adjuvant is a …