Sex differences and factors influencing the duration of the QT interval in patients on anti-tuberculosis therapy

In an ECG, the QT interval represents the depolarisation and repolarisation of the ventricles and is usually corrected for heart rate (QTc). Previous studies have shown that women have a reduced repolarisation reserve and greater susceptibility to the QTc prolongation effect of some drugs [1, 2].
Source: European Respiratory Journal - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tags: Respiratory infections and tuberculosis Original Articles: Research letters Source Type: research