atrioventricular (AV) dissociation

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Introduction

Independent activity of atria & ventricles. AV dissociation may be seen in association with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), ventricular tachycardia (VT), or AV block.

Clinical manifestations

  • generally asymptomatic

Management

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References

  1. Saunders Manual of Medical Practice, Rakel (ed), WB Saunders, Philadelphia, 1996, pg 271