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NOTICE: This condition is a medical emergency. Call 911 for immediate care.
Overview
Treatment depends on the symptoms, and the type of heart disorder. Some people may not need treatment. If ventricular tachycardia becomes an emergency situation, it may require: CPR; Electrical defibrillation or cardioversion (electric shock; Anti-arrhythmic medications (su...[read article]
Tests for Ventricular 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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Auscultation is the method of listening to the sounds of the body during a physical examination. More
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A Holter monitor is a machine that continuously records the heart's rhythms. The monitor is usually worn for 24 - 48 hours during normal activity. See also ECG. More
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The multiple-gated acquisition (MUGA) scan is a non-invasive nuclear test that uses a radioactive isotope called technetium to evaluate the functioning of the heart... More
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An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to create a moving picture of the heart. The picture is much more detailed than a plain x-ray image and involves n... More
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Medical Procedures for Ventricular 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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Cardioversion is a method to restore an abnormal heart rhythm back to normal. More
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Surgical Procedures for Ventricular Tachycardia
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Implantation of Automatic Cardiac Defibrillator
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Prescribed Medications for Ventricular Tachycardia
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AMIODARONE (a MEE oh da rone) is an antiarrhythmic drug. It helps make your heart beat regularly. Because of the side effects caused by this medicine, it is only us... More
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LIDOCAINE (LYE doe kane) is an anesthetic. It causes loss of feeling in the skin or other tissues. It is used to prevent and to treat pain from some procedures. 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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amiodarone injection(Nexterone
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.
