Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9942544 | The American Journal of the Medical Sciences | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Tachycardia-induced cardiomyopathy occurs as a result of prolonged, excessive heart rates. Ventricular function may improve significantly upon control of the heart rate. We present a case of a patient with atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response who showed a dramatic improvement in left ventricular function following AV nodal ablation and insertion of a pacemaker. We also review the history and pathophysiology of tachycardia-induced cardiomyopathy.
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Authors
George A. (Editors), Daniel J. MD, Stamatios MD, Richard G. MD, Jeff P. MD, Richard G. MD,