Approach to the Evaluation and Management of Wide Complex Tachycardias
2002
Evaluating and Managing Wide Complex Tachycardias
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Author Information
Author(s): Lam Patrick MD, Saba Samir MD, FACC
Primary Institution: University of Pittsburgh
Conclusion
Wide complex tachycardia can be challenging to diagnose, and mismanagement can lead to serious consequences.
Supporting Evidence
- Ventricular tachycardia accounts for about 80% of wide complex tachycardia cases.
- Misdiagnosis can lead to inappropriate therapy and dangerous outcomes.
- Certain physical signs can strongly suggest a diagnosis of ventricular tachycardia.
Takeaway
Wide complex tachycardia is when the heart beats too fast and can be hard to figure out what's causing it, which is important because the wrong treatment can be dangerous.
Methodology
The article discusses diagnostic criteria, clinical approaches, and management strategies for wide complex tachycardia.
Limitations
The article may not cover all possible causes and management strategies for wide complex tachycardia.
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