Figure 1. Electrocardiogram obtained 2 years before the current visit.
The electrocardiogram shows a normal sinus rhythm with an incomplete right bundle branch block, a frequently observed finding. However, ST elevation in lead V2 is <1 mm, displaying a saddleback pattern characteristic of type 3 Brugada electrocardiographic pattern.

From: Unmasking Type 1 Brugada Pattern Following Pilsicainide Administration for Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation: A Case Report

Figure 2. Electrocardiogram recorded during a visit with a complaint of palpitations.
The electrocardiogram shows the presence of atrial fibrillation.

From: Unmasking Type 1 Brugada Pattern Following Pilsicainide Administration for Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation: A Case Report

Figure 3. Electrocardiogram following pilsicainide administration for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.
The electrocardiogram demonstrates the restoration of normal sinus rhythm. However, lead V2 reveals a prominent coved-type ST-segment elevation measuring ≥2 mm, followed by an inverted T wave, consistent with a type 1 Brugada electrocardiographic pattern.

From: Unmasking Type 1 Brugada Pattern Following Pilsicainide Administration for Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation: A Case Report

Figure 4. Electrocardiogram 4 days after pilsicainide administration.
Restoration of sinus rhythm on the electrocardiogram following pilsicainide administration.

From: Unmasking Type 1 Brugada Pattern Following Pilsicainide Administration for Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation: A Case Report

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