Torsade de Pointes is a medical condition characterized by a specific type of irregular heartbeat, presenting as a form of ventricular tachycardia. This condition is often associated with a prolonged QT interval in the ECG, leading to a distinctive twisting pattern on the graph. Some synonyms commonly used to refer to Torsade de Pointes are "twisting of the points" or "twisted peaks". Additionally, due to the specific electrocardiographic appearance, it is occasionally called "twisted ventricular tachycardia". Swift recognition and appropriate management of Torsade de Pointes are vital to prevent potentially life-threatening complications such as sudden cardiac arrest.