Got rhythm? Classifying rapid supraventricular tachycardia

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Got rhythm? Classifying rapid supraventricular tachycardia

Chris Ellis

Chris Ellis

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Consultant cardiologist Chris Ellis discusses a patient with a 20-year history of palpitations. Recent changes to these demand a closer look

Key points, An arrythmia that occurs frequently with exercise can often be “caught” by an electrocardiogram after exercise. An infrequent arrythmia is often cau, Pract Green w Pale Yellow