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REBEL Core Cast 145.0: Understanding QTc Prolongation: Causes, Risks, and Management

by Anand Swaminathan posted November 17, 2025 No Comments

The QT interval is a vital part of ECG interpretation, reflecting the heart’s electrical recovery after each beat. When prolonged, it can set the stage for torsades de pointes. Understanding how to measure and correct the QT interval, identify high-risk ...

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Macrolide Antibiotics, Prolonged QTc, and Ventricular Dysrhythmias

by Anand Swaminathan posted August 8, 2016 No Comments

Background: When it comes to treating community acquired respiratory tract infections, macrolide antibiotics (azithromycin, clarithromycin, and erythromycin) are a common choice of agent. In 2010, 57.4 million macrolide prescriptions were written in the U.S. with azithromycin being the most commonly prescribed ...

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REBEL Core Cast 145.0: Understanding QTc Prolongation: Causes, Risks, and Management

Macrolide Antibiotics, Prolonged QTc, and Ventricular Dysrhythmias

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