QTc prolongation as a possible contributor to Stroke

Some antipsychotics have been associated with increased risk for stroke (1). As demonstrated by the REGARDS Study (Reasons for Geographic and Racial Differences in Stroke), a prolonged QTc interval is associated with an increased risk of stroke (3). Antipsychotic agents, known to cause prolongation of the QTc, may increase the risk of stroke in a geriatric population.

Source: The American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry - September 12, 2021 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Dr Poonam Awatramani, Dr Rosemary V Busch Conn, H Mytrang Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research