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Young Man with a Heart Rate of 257. What is it and how to manage?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

I have ordered an echocardiogram which will be done today, after that patient can be discharged to home with follow-up in 2 to 3 months." The echo was normal. Learning points 1. In this regular wide complex tachycardia , since the rhythm converted w adenosine, it is almost certainly SVT w aberrancy, which can be either: A.

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Understanding an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

MIBHS

Echocardiogram An echocardiogram uses sound waves to produce a detailed image of the heart, allowing doctors to see the size of the heart chambers and how well the heart is pumping blood. Cardiac Arrest or Sudden Death: Cardiomegaly increases the risk of life-threatening arrhythmias, which can cause sudden cardiac arrest.

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The Role of Genetics in Heart Disease: Can You Prevent It?

MIBHS

While much attention is given to modifiable risk factors such as diet, exercise, and smoking, the role of genetics in heart disease is equally critical yet less understood by the general public. Exercise: Regular physical activity strengthens the heart and improves blood circulation. Heart imaging, such as echocardiograms or CT scans.

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Case Report: Anomalous origin of the right coronary artery leading to cardiac arrest induced by sexual activity: a previously unreported pathogenetic condition

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

In this case, a patient experienced sudden cardiac arrest during sexual activity, which has not previously been reported.Case presentationSix years ago, a 37-year-old man was admitted with sudden cardiac arrest during sexual intercourse. A treadmill exercise test revealed ischemic changes.