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Multifocal atrial tachycardia describes a rapid heart rate caused by inappropriate electrical impulses arriving at the lower heart chambers (ventricles) from multiple locations within the upper heart chambers (atria).
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Symptoms
Sensation of feeling the heart beat (palpitations; Light-headedness; Fainting; Shortness of breath; Chest tightness; In...
Causes
The human heart gives off electrical impulses, or signals, which tell it to beat. Normally, these signals begin in an a...
Tests
An examination shows a rapid heart beat of 100 to 180 beats per minute. Blood pressure is normal or low. There may be s...
Treatments
If you have a condition that can lead to MAT, that condition should be treated first. Treatment for MAT includes: Metho...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if: Rapid or irregular heartbeat is associated with other MAT symptoms; Symptoms worsen,...
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