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What is paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia also called?
This condition is also known as Paroxysmal Atrial Tachycardia
What is a Supraventricular event?
A supraventricular tachycardia is tachycardia (heart rate > 100) that originates above the AV node, in the atria. There are several different forms of supraventricular tachycardia, including sinus tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, atrial tachycardia, multifocal atrial tachycardia, and a nebulous condition called paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT). Many people also consider junctional tachycardia a supraventricular tachycardia.
Is supraventricular tachycardia the same as atrial tachycardia?
Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a broad term that encompasses various types of rapid heart rhythms originating above the ventricles, including atrial tachycardia. Atrial tachycardia specifically refers to a rapid heartbeat that originates in the atria. While all atrial tachycardias are considered forms of SVT, not all SVTs are atrial tachycardias, as SVT can also include other arrhythmias such as atrioventricular nodal reentrant tachycardia (AVRT) and atrioventricular reentrant tachycardia (AVRT).
Is multifocal atrial tachycardia congenital or acquired?
Multifocal atrial tachycardia is both congenital and acquired. It can exist in patients who are experiencing congenital heart disease and might also come after a surgery.
What is tachycardia and cardiomegaly?
Cardiomegaly is the abnormal enlargement of the heart that is frequently associated with heart failure when the heart enlarges in an effort to compensate for the loss of its pumping ability (cardio means heart, and -mealy means abnormal enlargement). Tachycardia is an abnormally rapid resting heart rate (tachy- means rapid, card means heart, and -ia means abnormal condition). This term is usually applied to rates greater than 100 beats per minute. Tachycardia is the opposite of bradycardia. Paroxysmal atrial tachycardia, also known as PAT, is an episode that begins and ends abruptly during which there are very rapid and regular heartbeats that originate in the atrium. PAT is caused by an abnormality in the body's electrical system. Paroxysmal means pertaining to sudden occurrence. Ventricular tachycardia, also known as V tach, a very rapid heart beat that begins within the ventricles. This condition is potentially fatal because the heart is beating so rapidly that is is unable to adequately pump blood through the body. For some patients, this conditon can be controlled with an implantable cardioverter defibrillater.
What hormone is secreted by the muscle fibers in the heart's atrium?
It's Atrial Natriuretic Peptide also known as Atrial Natriuretic Factor or Atrial Natriuretic Hormone or sometimes called Atriopeptin
What does the abbreviation BPPV stand for?
The abbreviation BPPV typically stands for the medical condition known as "Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo" which is also called "Benign Paroxystic Positional Vertigo" or "Benign Paroxysmal Postural Vertigo".
How serious are atrial septal aneurysm cardiomyopathy extrasystole and tachycardia?
Atrial septal aneurysm (ASA) can lead to complications, including cardiomyopathy, which may manifest as extrasystole and tachycardia. While these arrhythmias can be benign in some cases, they may also indicate underlying hemodynamic changes or increased risk for more serious conditions, such as atrial fibrillation or heart failure. It's important for individuals with ASA and associated symptoms to undergo evaluation by a healthcare professional to assess the severity and determine appropriate management. Regular monitoring and treatment may be necessary to prevent complications.
What is another name for chronic paroxysmal hemicrania?
Chronic paroxysmal hemicrania (CPH) is also known as Sjaastad syndrome
What dysrhythmia does amiodarone treat?
Amiodarone is primarily used to treat ventricular dysrhythmias, particularly ventricular tachycardia (VT) and ventricular fibrillation (VF). It is also effective in managing atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter, especially in patients with heart failure or structural heart disease. The drug works by prolonging the action potential and refractory period in cardiac tissues, helping to restore normal rhythm.
Can pneumonia cause tachycardia?
Pneumonia, as any other infectious process in your body, can cause tachycardia. Sometimes, patients with pneumonia also become dehydrated due to lack of fluid intake. This also can lead to tachycardia.
What is the purpose of electrocardiography?
Hyperthyroidism can result in tachyarrhythmias (fast abnormal heart rhythms) such as supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, or atrial flutter. These can be detected on EKG. Hypothyroidism can cause slow heart rate (bradycardia) and can be associated with congenital heart block (abnormal electrical conduction between the top and bottom chambers of the heart). These can also be seen on EKG.
