Supraventricular tachycardia
Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), also called paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, is defined as an abnormally fast heartbeat. Its a broad term that includes many forms of heart rhythm problems (heart arrhythmias) that originate above the ventricles (supraventricular) in the atria or AV node.
Types:
· Atrioventricular nodal reentry tachycardia (AVNRT)
Symptoms:
Signs and symptoms of supraventricular tachycardia may include:
- A fluttering in chest
- Rapid heartbeat (palpitations)
- Shortness of breath
- Lightheadedness or dizziness
- Sweating
- A pounding sensation in the neck
- Fainting (syncope) or near fainting.
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