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Steven Poelzing (left) and Gregory Hoeker, researchers at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC, collaborated on a new study published in the journal Heart Rhythm revealing why low blood sodium levels can amplify the risks of certain commonly prescribed heart rhythm medications, such as flecainide.

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