Difference between revisions of "ECG-SUPRAVENTRICULAR ARRHYTHMIA (SVT)"
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===== [[Summary Article|'''SUMMARY''']] ===== | ===== [[Summary Article|'''SUMMARY''']] ===== | ||
1. There are several different types of SVTs depending on the site of re-entry: accessory pathway, AV node, atrium. | 1. There are several different types of SVTs depending on the site of re-entry: accessory pathway, AV node, atrium.2. This may start & stop suddenly. | ||
<br/>3. Management: adenosine, given as a rapid IV bolus can produce vagal effect and revert SVT. | <br/>3. Management: adenosine, given as a rapid IV bolus can produce vagal effect and revert SVT. | ||
<br/>4. SE: flushing, bronchospasm, temporary high-grade AV block. | <br/>4. SE: flushing, bronchospasm, temporary high-grade AV block. |
Latest revision as of 11:31, 1 January 2023
SUMMARY
1. There are several different types of SVTs depending on the site of re-entry: accessory pathway, AV node, atrium.2. This may start & stop suddenly.
3. Management: adenosine, given as a rapid IV bolus can produce vagal effect and revert SVT.
4. SE: flushing, bronchospasm, temporary high-grade AV block.