Flecainide and propafenone are recommended for the management of patients with AF without structural heart disease. They are contraindicated in individuals with prior myocardial infarction and reduced left ventricular function because of a risk of ventricular proarrhythmia.17 Oca 2012
Read moreAre beta-blockers contraindicated in AFib?
beta-blockers are effective in maintaining sinus rhythm and controlling the ventricular rate during atrial fibrillation. Given these effects and their favorable effects on mortality, beta-blockers should be considered as first-line agents in the management of patients with atrial fibrillation .
Read moreWhat is the best treatment for ventricular tachycardia?
If you have ventricular tachycardia, you may be given medications called anti-arrhythmics by mouth or IV to slow the fast heart rate . Other heart medications, such as calcium channel blockers and beta blockers, may be prescribed with anti-arrhythmic drugs.
Read moreHow serious is ventricular tachycardia?
Ventricular tachycardia is a serious condition where the heart beats with a very fast rhythm. If this rapid heartbeat is sustained longer than 30 seconds, it can mean that the heart cannot pump enough blood to the body. This can lead to sudden cardiac death.
Read moreHow serious is ventricular tachycardia?
Ventricular tachycardia is a serious condition where the heart beats with a very fast rhythm. If this rapid heartbeat is sustained longer than 30 seconds, it can mean that the heart cannot pump enough blood to the body. This can lead to sudden cardiac death.
Read moreWhat indicates ventricular tachycardia?
Ventricular tachycardia (VT) is a fast, abnormal heart rate . It starts in your heart’s lower chambers, called the ventricles. VT is defined as 3 or more heartbeats in a row, at a rate of more than 100 beats a minute.
Read moreWhat indicates ventricular tachycardia?
Ventricular tachycardia (VT) is a fast, abnormal heart rate . It starts in your heart’s lower chambers, called the ventricles. VT is defined as 3 or more heartbeats in a row, at a rate of more than 100 beats a minute.
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