Echocardiographic Prediction of Ventricular Arrhythmias

ECG Parameters in Short-Term Prediction of Ventricular Arrhythmias

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Prediction of ventricular arrhythmias using cardiovascular magnetic resonance.

Ventricular tachycardia (VT) is the commonest cause of sudden cardiac death (SCD) in developed countries. Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most frequent cause of VT in individuals over the age of 30, while hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), myocarditis and congenital heart disease in those below 30 years of age. Cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR), a non-invasive, non-radiating technique, can ...

Heart rate variability measurements and the prediction of ventricular arrhythmias.

Ventricular Arrhythmias.

Ventricular tachycardia (VT) is the most common form of wide complex tachycardia and is associated with a high mortality rate. Electrocardiographic analysis remains paramount in diagnosis and helps to direct therapy. Antiarrhythmic agents, although effective in reducing arrhythmia burden, have never demonstrated a mortality benefit. The implantable cardioverter-defibrillator aids not only in th...

Treatment of Ventricular Arrhythmias