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ArticleAmerican journal of translational research2025

Third-degree atrioventricular block induced by escitalopram and quetiapine in a patient with depression: a case report.

Chen-Jie Ge, Li-Lei Lei, Shi-Liang Wang, Xu-Qiang Hu

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Chen-Jie GeQuality Management Division, Huzhou Third Municipal Hospital, The Affiliated Hospital of Huzhou University Huzhou 313000, Zhejiang, China.
Li-Lei LeiDepartment of Psychiatry, Huzhou Third Municipal Hospital, The Affiliated Hospital of Huzhou University Huzhou 313000, Zhejiang, China.
Shi-Liang WangDepartment of Psychiatry, Huzhou Third Municipal Hospital, The Affiliated Hospital of Huzhou University Huzhou 313000, Zhejiang, China.
Xu-Qiang HuDepartment of Psychiatry, Huzhou Third Municipal Hospital, The Affiliated Hospital of Huzhou University Huzhou 313000, Zhejiang, China.

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Abstract

Third-degree atrioventricular block (AVB) associated with the use of escitalopram and quetiapine is rare, with limited cases reported. We present a case of drug-induced third-degree AVB in an elderly patient undergoing treatment for depression. A 70-year-old woman with a history of depression was initially treated with milnacipran and alprazolam, but the regimen was altered due to insufficient therapeutic response. Two weeks after initiating escitalopram and quetiapine, she developed third-degree AVB. Electrocardiogram (ECG) revealed sinus rhythm with complete AV block, atrioventricular junctional escape rhythm, QT interval prolongation, and a heart rate of 45 bpm. Emergency pacemaker implantation was performed. This case highlights the potential for escitalopram and quetiapine to induce serious cardiac conduction abnormalities, particularly in elderly patients. Regular ECG monitoring is essential when prescribing these agents to minimize the risk of malignant arrhythmia.

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case reportdepressionescitalopramquetiapineThird-degree atrioventricular block

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PMCPMC12170387

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