Repolarization Heterogeneity Measured With T-Wave Area Dispersion in Standard 12-Lead ECG Predicts Sudden Cardiac Death in General Population [Original Articles]
Conclusion:
Low TW-Ad, reflecting increased heterogeneity of repolarization, in standard 12-lead resting ECGs is a powerful and independent predictor of SCD in the adult general population.
Source: Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology - Category: Cardiology Authors: Kentta, T. V., Sinner, M. F., Nearing, B. D., Freudling, R., Porthan, K., Tikkanen, J. T., Muller-Nurasyid, M., Schramm, K., Viitasalo, M., Jula, A., Nieminen, M. S., Peters, A., Salomaa, V., Oikarinen, L., Verrier, R. L., Kaab, S., Junttila, M. J., Huiku Tags: Sudden Cardiac Death, Epidemiology, Electrocardiology (ECG), Prognosis Original Articles Source Type: research