Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy

Introduction to Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy

Welcome to the Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy subsection of the Cardiology for the MSRA course. This section is designed to provide comprehensive and structured learning materials to help you understand and master the topic of Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy for the MSRA.

In this subsection, you will find the following Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy MSRA resources:

Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy Revision Notes for MSRA: Detailed and concise traditional revision notes covering all essential aspects of Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. These notes are designed using UK NICE guidelines and are displayed in a table format for easy recall.
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Key Points about Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy:

Definition: A genetic disorder characterised by the replacement of right ventricular myocardium with fibrofatty tissue, leading to arrhythmias and an increased risk of sudden cardiac death.
Causes: Mostly genetic mutations, particularly in desmosomal proteins such as plakoglobin, desmoplakin, and plakophilin.
Symptoms: Palpitations, syncope, chest pain, and in severe cases, sudden cardiac arrest. Arrhythmias are a key feature, often presenting as ventricular tachycardia.
Diagnosis: Based on a combination of clinical presentation, ECG findings (e.g., T-wave inversions in right precordial leads), imaging (MRI showing fibrofatty replacement of the myocardium), and genetic testing.
Management: Includes lifestyle modifications (e.g., avoidance of competitive sports), antiarrhythmic medications, implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) for high-risk patients, and catheter ablation for recurrent arrhythmias.
Complications: Heart failure, ventricular arrhythmias, and increased risk of sudden cardiac death if not properly managed.

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