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Ventricular Extrasystoles
Medical Questions » Ventricular Extrasystoles
| Name: Ventricular Extrasystoles |
| Also known as: |
| Abnormal heart beat. |
Causes of Ventricular Extrasystoles
An abnormal nerve impulse from part of the left ventricle (larger chamber on the left side of the heart) fires off before the normal heart pacemaker to cause a premature or extra heart beat. |
Symptoms of Ventricular Extrasystoles
Momentary irregularity in the heart beat that may occur very infrequently, or every three or four beats. |
Tests for Ventricular Extrasystoles
Diagnosed by electrocardiograph (ECG). |
Treatment for Ventricular Extrasystoles
Often none necessary, but if frequent, medications can be given to regulate heart rhythm.
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Complications of Ventricular Extrasystoles of its treatment
May progress to ventricular flutter. |
Likely Outcome of Ventricular Extrasystoles
Good response to treatment. |
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