title: Life-Threatening QT Prolongation in a Preterm Infant.
abstract: Introduction Temporary QT-interval prolongation following intracranial hemorrhage and hydrocephalus has been repeatedly reported in adults. Case We report a case of excessive QT prolongation with sudden bradycardia resulting in 2:1 atrioventricular conduction in a preterm infant most likely associated with a congenital hydrocephalus. Pathomechanisms are discussed. Conclusion Congenital hydrocephalus predisposes to excessive QT prolongation in preterm infants.
authors.affiliation: Department for Pediatric Cardiology, University of Leipzig - Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany.
authors.forename: Christian
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Paech
authors.affiliation: Department for Pediatric Cardiology, University of Leipzig - Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany.
authors.forename: Roman
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Gebauer
authors.affiliation: Department of Neonatology, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany.
authors.forename: Matthias
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Knüpfer
keywords: aqueductal stenosis; hydrocephalus; long QT; preterm