Possible ectopic atrial rhythm refers to an abnormal heart rhythm originating from an ectopic focus in the atria, rather than the usual sinoatrial (SA) node. This condition can result in irregular heartbeats and may be associated with symptoms like palpitations or shortness of breath. It often indicates an underlying issue, such as atrial enlargement or irritation, and may require further evaluation and management by a healthcare provider.
Atrial ectopic tachycardia
An ANOMALY is a deviation from what is regarded as normal.
Yes is possible
Atrial paced
A condition in which the heart beats with an irregular or abnormal rhythm. Could be PVCs (Premature Ventricular Contractions), slow heart rate (<60 bpm = bradycardia), fast heart rate (>100 bpm = tachycardia), atrial fibrillation, and more
Could be an ectopic pregnancy
RHYTHM means to move in a complementary way...
An ectopic pregnancy is a uncommon pregnancy in which the pregnancy occurs outside of the womb. Most of the time the fetus (newborn) will not be able to develop and survive.
SA means sino-atrial in medical terminology.
The word rhythm in music means a kind of steady beat.
A-fib, or atrial fibrillation, is a common heart rhythm disorder characterized by irregular and often rapid heartbeats. It occurs when the heart's upper chambers (the atria) experience chaotic electrical signals, leading to ineffective blood pumping. This condition can increase the risk of stroke, heart failure, and other heart-related complications. Management may involve medications, lifestyle changes, or procedures to restore normal rhythm.
Break down phrases into word meanings. Predominant means primary (at this moment). Rhythm is a noticeable timed or untimed sequence of events-- for example, a song has 3 short beats followed by 6 rapid beats; that is that song's rhythm. Atrial Fibrillation (or A-Fib) is a sustained rapid "quivering" of the heart, rather than normal systole. A-Fib does not let the heart chambers, especially the ventricles, rest. A normal heart would be lub-lub, pause, lub-lub, etc. But A-fib is more like lub-lu-lub-lu-lub-lu... rapid and continuous. A-Fib is a medical emergency that needs corrected before the underlying problem causes the heart to stop.