Condition
Supraventricular tachycardia
David Cohen, M.D.Published 30 April 20051 min read
Key points
- Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) is a rapid heart rate, which occurs from time to time (paroxysmal).
- PSVT starts with events taking place above the ventricles.
Alternative names
PSVT; Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia
Definition
Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) is a rapid heart rate, which occurs from time to time (paroxysmal). PSVT starts with events taking place above the ventricles.
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David Cohen, M.D.
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