Cardiac arrhythmias in pregnancy
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چکیده
Cardiac arrhythmias are common in pregnancy. The approach to the diagnosis of pregnancy requires a detailed clinical history and examination documentation arrhythmia preferably on Holter or electrocardiogram. Treatment is specific may require antiarrhythmic drug therapy. However, risks benefits drugs must be carefully considered. Catheter ablation remains treatment option but seldom required during
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: SA heart
سال: 2022
ISSN: ['1996-6741', '2071-4602']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.24170/19-3-5688