Archives de pédiatrie : organe officiel de la Sociéte française de pédiatrie
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The perinatal manifestations of the long QT syndrome are rare, but early diagnosis and therapy are necessary to prevent sudden death. ⋯ The long QT syndrome should be considered in the differential diagnosis of foetal bradycardia. Early treatment of the neonate and his family may prevent ventricular arrhythmias and sudden death.