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If you have a condition that can lead to MAT, that condition should be treated first. Treatment for MAT includes: Methods to improve blood oxygen levels; Magnesium given through a vein; Stopping medications, such as theophylline, which can increase the heart rate; Medicines...[read article]
Tests for Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia
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An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that records the electrical activity of the heart. See also: Holter monitoring; Stress test. More
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Intracardiac electrophysiology study (EPS) is an invasive test that allows doctors to determine the details of abnormal heartbeats, or arrhythmias. See also: C... More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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Medical Procedures for Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia
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Ablate means to destroy. Cardiac ablation is a procedure that is used to destroy areas in your heart that may be causing your heart rhythm problems. During the proc... More
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Oxygen may be classified as an element, a gas, and a drug. Oxygen therapy is the administration of oxygen at concentrations greater than that in room air to treat o... More
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Treatment of Underlying Disorders
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Surgical Procedures for Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia
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A pacemaker is a small, battery-operated device that senses when your heart is beating irregularly or too slowly. It sends a signal to your heart that makes your he... More
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Prescribed Medications for Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia
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VERAPAMIL (ver AP a mil) is a calcium-channel blocker. It affects the amount of calcium found in your heart and muscle cells. This relaxes your blood vessels, which... More
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ADENOSINE (a DEN uh seen) is used to bring your heart back into a normal rhythm. This medicine is not useful for all types of irregular heart beats. It may be used ... More
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DILTIAZEM (dil TYE a zem) is a calcium-channel blocker. It affects the amount of calcium found in your heart and muscle cells. This relaxes your blood vessels, whic... More
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PROCAINAMIDE (proe kane A mide) is an antiarrhythmic drug. It helps make your heart beat regularly. This medicine also helps to slow rapid heartbeats. More
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