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Mikä on Q Tc?
Corrected QT interval accounts for heart rate, predicting arrhythmia risk. QTc >460 ms females, >450 ms males increases torsades risk.
Kaava
Apply Bazett formula: QTc = QT / √RR (RR in seconds)
- QT
- QT value — Variable used in the calculation
- RR
- RR value — Variable used in the calculation
Vaiheittainen opas
- 1Measure QT interval from ECG
- 2Apply Bazett formula: QTc = QT / √RR (RR in seconds)
- 3Or use other formulas for extreme heart rates
Ratkaistut esimerkit
Syöte
QT 420 ms, HR 80 (RR 0.75 s)
Tulos
QTc ≈ 420/√0.75 ≈ 485 ms (prolonged)
Elevated arrhythmia risk
Yleisiä virheitä vältettäväksi
- ✕Using Bazett formula at extreme heart rates (use Fridericia for HR >100)
- ✕Forgetting electrolyte abnormalities (low K, Mg, Ca) prolong QT
Usein kysytyt kysymykset
Which drugs prolong QT?
Antiarrhythmics, antipsychotics, antiemetics, fluoroquinolones, and many others. Check before prescribing.
What QTc values are safe?
<450 ms males, <460 ms females normal; 450-480 borderline; >500 ms high torsades risk.
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