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Termination of PSVT following adenosine administration. Adenosine, an ultra-short-acting AV nodal blocking agent, is indicated if vagal maneuvers are not effective. [17] If unsuccessful or the PSVT recurs, calcium channel blockers, such as diltiazem or verapamil, are recommended. [4] Adenosine may be safely used during pregnancy. [18]
Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is an umbrella term for fast heart rhythms arising from the upper part of the heart. [2] This is in contrast to the other group of fast heart rhythms – ventricular tachycardia, which start within the lower chambers of the heart. [2]
Age (Men over 45 and women over 55 are at higher risk) Gender (Men are generally at higher risk, though postmenopausal women are also vulnerable) Screening methods
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In adults and children over 15, resting heart rate faster than 100 beats per minute is labeled tachycardia. Tachycardia may result in palpitation; however, tachycardia is not necessarily an arrhythmia. Increased heart rate is a normal response to physical exercise or emotional stress.