QT-interval of the resting ECG: its role and measurement methods
https://doi.org/10.35336/VA-1301
EDN: CFZAKD
Abstract
The review summarizes the most update knowledge on the resting ECG QT-interval physiology, current measurement standards and interpretation.
About the Authors
V. N. Komolyatova
FGBU “Federal Scientific and Clinical Center for Children and Adolescents FMBA of Russia” MH RF
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Moscow, 20 Moskvorechye str.
T. S. Shablinova
SHI of the Saratov region “Medical and sanitary unit of the urban district of ZATO Svetly”
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Saratov region, Tatishchevsky district, ZATO village Svetly, 16 Kovalenko str.
D. V. Drozdov
FGBU “Chazov NMRC of Cardiology” MH RF
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Moscow, 15a Academician Chazova str.
I. E. Karpova
FGBU “Chazov NMRC of Cardiology” MH RF
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Moscow, 15a Academician Chazova str.
I. L. Kozlovskaya
FGBU “Chazov NMRC of Cardiology” MH RF
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Irina L. Kozlovskaya
Moscow, 15a Academician Chazova str.
L. M. Makarov
FGBU “Federal Scientific and Clinical Center for Children and Adolescents FMBA of Russia” MH RF
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Moscow, 20 Moskvorechye str.
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Komolyatova V.N., Shablinova T.S., Drozdov D.V., Karpova I.E., Kozlovskaya I.L., Makarov L.M. QT-interval of the resting ECG: its role and measurement methods. Journal of Arrhythmology. 2024;31(2):e15-e23. https://doi.org/10.35336/VA-1301. EDN: CFZAKD
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