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<div>1. There are several different types of SVTs depending on the site of re-entry: accessory pathway, AV node, atrium.<div>2. This may start & stop suddenly.</div><div>3. Management: adenosine, given as a rapid IV bolus can produce vagal effect and revert SVT.</div><div>4. SE: flushing, bronchospasm, temporary high-grade AV block.<br><br></div><div>[[Image:paste-67e089fa19ee7e73f79b2caedde5bc84a4ed928e.jpg]]<br></div> | <div>1. There are several different types of SVTs depending on the site of re-entry: accessory pathway, AV node, atrium.<div>2. This may start & stop suddenly.</div><div>3. Management: adenosine, given as a rapid IV bolus can produce vagal effect and revert SVT.</div><div>4. SE: flushing, bronchospasm, temporary high-grade AV block.<br><br></div><div>[[Image:paste-67e089fa19ee7e73f79b2caedde5bc84a4ed928e.jpg]]<br></div> | ||
Revision as of 11:11, 19 December 2022
TOPIC 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.
Reference(s)
Gale, M., Grantham, H., Morley, P. and Parr, M. (2016). Advanced Life Support Level 1: 3rd Australian Edition. Australian Resuscitation Council.
American College Of Surgeons. Committee On Trauma (2012). ATLS : student course manual. Chicago, Ill.: American College Of Surgeons.
