Remove 2022 Remove Ablation Remove Dysrhythmia
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Back to basics: what is this rhythm? What are your options for treating this patient?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

But adenosine only lasts for seconds, and if the dysrhythmia recurs, then the adenosine is gone. Prevent the initiation of the dysrhythmia -- this can be done with a beta blocker by prenenting PACS 2. There is no need to immediately refer today’s patient to EP for ablation. Smith: should we give adenosine again?

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A young woman with palpitations. What med is she on? With what medication is she non-compliant? What management?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Flecainide : This is a potentially dangerous Na channel blocker which can cause ventricular dysrhythmias including ventricular fibrillation. Is this patient a candidate for cardioversion or ablation? ( If ablation is contemplated — definitive diagnosis will be made at EP study. ( How to Distinguish Between AFlutter vs ATach?