ventricular fibrillation

What are the Causes of Ventricular Fibrillation in Children?

Several factors can precipitate VF in children, including:
Congenital heart defects
Cardiomyopathies, such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Electrolyte imbalances, such as hyperkalemia or hypocalcemia
Severe infections, including myocarditis
Acute ischemia or myocardial infarction, although rare in children
Genetic channelopathies like Long QT Syndrome
Drug toxicity or poisoning

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