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Ventricular Tachycardia Occurs Electrical Activity Starts Ventricle Atrium

Front What is ventricular tachycardia?
Back This occurs when electrical activity starts in the ventricle instead of the atrium, causing a rapid heart rate of 150-200 BPM. Blood pressure falls, pulse drops, and may deteriorate into ventricular defibrillation.

Tags: 14, cardiovascular, emergencies

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