Hypomagnesaemia: systemic features
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Hypomagnesaemia: systemic features. QT interval prolongation, Torsade de pointes, Arrhythmias. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Electrocardiogram (ECG) features
- QT interval prolongation
- Torsade de pointes
- Arrhythmias
- Supraventricular tachycardia
Electrolyte features
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Other systemic features
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References
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- Gonzalez MM, Cavalcanti TC, Vianna CB, Timerman S. Hypomagnesaemia causing QT interval prolongation and torsade de pointes in an alcoholic patient. Resuscitation 2006; 70:346-347.
- Ayuk J, Gittoes NJ. How should hypomagnesaemia be investigated and treated? Clin Endocrinol (Oxf) 2011; 75:743-746.
