Journal of Investigative Medicine High Impact Case Reports (Jan 2022)

A Rare Case of Ciprofloxacin-Induced Bradycardia Recognized by a Smartwatch

  • Andres Cordova Sanchez MC,
  • Moeed Chohan MD,
  • Oluwateniola Olatunde MD,
  • Catherine White MD

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1177/23247096211069761
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 10

Abstract

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Fluoroquinolones are known to cause cardiac side effects. The most common are ventricular arrhythmias and QT prolongation. We present a case of symptomatic bradycardia secondary to ciprofloxacin use in a patient who presented to the hospital after a smartwatch alert for bradycardia. We believe that the integration of wearable technology in the practice of medicine could provide valuable data and improve patient care in different settings.