Waardenburg syndrome is a genetic condition that causes Coop’s deafness. But it also affects pigment in places like hair and eyes which is part of his beautiful blue! | Beth Leipholtz

📌Clinical Guide: Torsades de Pointes (TdP) & Long QT Syndrome (LQTS) --- Key Causes 1. Drug-Induced QTc Prolongation: - High-risk agents: Amiodarone, fluoroquinolones, macrolides, SSRIs, antipsychotics, antiemetics. 2. Electrolyte Imbalances: Hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia. 3. Inherited LQTS: LQTS1/2/3 mutations (confirm via genetic testing). Diagnosis - ECG: QTc ≥460 ms (women) / ≥450 ms (men). - Indeterminate Cases: Holter monitor, exercise stress testing. Acute TdP Management 1. Immediate Actio

12K views · 1.9K reactions | Something wild just happened in Down Syndrome research! They used a technique called CRISPR-CAS9 to cut out the extra chromosome in human cells, and it actually worked! It’s early, but this could be a real step toward future treatment. What do you think of this? Let me know in the comments! #GeneticsNews #DownSyndrome #CRISPR #MedicalBreakthrough #GeneEditing | Dr. Tyler Panzner | Facebook