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Modification of the atrioventricular node. A new approach to the treatment of supraventricular tachycardias.

Abstract
Atrioventricular nodal modification appears to be a relatively safe and effective treatment option for patients with refractory AV nodal reentrant tachycardia. Hopefully, the long-term results will be as encouraging as the initial experience. Newer surgical and catheter techniques, together with a better understanding of the mechanisms underlying AV nodal reentrant tachycardia, may lead to improved efficacy and safety. In the future, AV nodal modification may obviate the need for drug therapy in patients with symptomatic AV nodal reentrant tachycardia and be applied to the treatment of other supraventricular tachycardias.
AuthorsL M Epstein, M M Scheinman
JournalCardiology clinics (Cardiol Clin) Vol. 8 Issue 3 Pg. 567-74 (Aug 1990) ISSN: 0733-8651 [Print] Netherlands
PMID2205391 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)
Chemical References
  • Anti-Arrhythmia Agents
Topics
  • Anti-Arrhythmia Agents (therapeutic use)
  • Atrioventricular Node (physiopathology, surgery)
  • Cardiac Pacing, Artificial
  • Electric Countershock
  • Electrocoagulation
  • Electrophysiology
  • Heart Conduction System (physiopathology, surgery)
  • Humans
  • Radio Waves
  • Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentry (therapy)
  • Tachycardia, Supraventricular (therapy)

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