Important

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Synonyms

• Long QT Syndrome without Deafness
• Autosomal Dominant Long QT Syndrome
• Long QT Syndrome Type 1
• LQTS1
• RWS
• Romano-Ward Long QT Syndrome
• Ward-Romano Syndrome

Disorder Subdivisions

None

General Discussion

Romano-Ward syndrome is an inherited heart (cardiac) disorder characterized by abnormalities affecting the electrical system of the heart. The severity of Romano-Ward syndrome varies greatly from case to case. Some individuals may have no apparent symptoms (asymptomatic); others may develop abnormally increased heartbeats (tachyarrhythmias) resulting in episodes of unconsciousness (syncope), cardiac arrest, and potentially sudden death. Romano-Ward syndrome is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait.