paroxysmal atrial tachycardia (PAT)

Introduction

Frequently associated with second degree AV block & generally associated digitalis toxicity.

Management

• discontinue digitalis
• normalize serum potassium levels
• symptomatic refractory PAT
  • lidocaine
  • propranolol
  • phenytoin

More general terms

• atrial tachycardia
• paroxysmal tachycardia