Cardiology: Atrial Flutter: Definition & Symptoms

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Atrial Flutter: Definition & Symptoms

esraa eltom · Accepted Answer

- DEF: regular atrial tachycardia 
- HR: >250bpm
- Symptoms: dependent of ventricular rate
if VR <120bpm: few/no symptoms
if VR >150bpm: palpitations, reduced cardiac output, chest discomfort, dyspnea, weakness, syncope

Cardiology

Atrial Flutter: Definition & Symptoms

- DEF: regular atrial tachycardia - HR: >250bpm - Symptoms: dependent of ventricular rate if VR <120bpm: few/no symptoms if VR >150bpm: palpitations, reduced cardiac output, chest discomfort, dyspnea, weakness, syncope

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