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Arrhythmias

Overview

Arrhythmia means a heart is beating abnormally. It refers to any changes or disruption of the electrical rhythm of the heart. It is always a cause secondary to any structural heart disease but also can occur due to any abnormal electrical conduction of a normal heart.

Signs and Symptoms

Dyspnea, Dizziness, Syncope, Fluttering in the chest, Confusion, Difficulty breathing when exercising, Fatigue, Palpitations

Common Causes

A heart attack, Scarring of heart tissue from a prior heart attack, Cardiomyopathy, Blocked arteries in your heart (coronary artery disease), High blood pressure, Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, Hypercalcemia (high calcium level), Hypokalemia (low potassium level), Hyperkalemia (high potassium level)

Risk Factors

Coronary artery disease, High blood pressure, Congenital heart disease, Electrolyte imbalance, Obstructive sleep apnea, Diabetes, High cholesterol

Investigation Techniques

Electrocardiogram (ECG), Holter monitor, Echocardiogram, Implantable loop recorder

Treatment and Prevention

Vagal maneuvers, Cardioversion, Catheter ablation, Pacemaker, Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD), Coronary bypass surgery

Psychological Issues

Stress , Anxiety
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Information Updated on : Wed Feb 12 2020 16:04:04 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time)
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