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Corrected QT interval accounts for heart rate, predicting arrhythmia risk. QTc >460 ms females, >450 ms males increases torsades risk.
Wzór
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
Przewodnik krok po kroku
- 1Measure QT interval from ECG
- 2Apply Bazett formula: QTc = QT / √RR (RR in seconds)
- 3Or use other formulas for extreme heart rates
Rozwiązane przykłady
Wejście
QT 420 ms, HR 80 (RR 0.75 s)
Wynik
QTc ≈ 420/√0.75 ≈ 485 ms (prolonged)
Elevated arrhythmia risk
Częste błędy do unikania
- ✕Using Bazett formula at extreme heart rates (use Fridericia for HR >100)
- ✕Forgetting electrolyte abnormalities (low K, Mg, Ca) prolong QT
Często zadawane pytania
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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