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Heart, section through the middle
Heart, section through the middle
Heart, front view
Heart, front view
Atrioventricular block,  EKG tracing
Atrioventricular block, EKG tracing
Normal heart rhythm
Normal heart rhythm
Bradycardia
Bradycardia
Ventricular tachycardia
Ventricular tachycardia
Conduction system of the heart
Conduction system of the heart


Arrhythmias

Alternative Names:
Dysrhythmias; Abnormal heart rhythms; Bradycardia; Tachycardia 

Prevention:

Taking steps to prevent coronary artery disease may reduce your chance of developing an arrhythmia. These steps include not smoking, eating a well-balanced, low-fat diet, and exercising regularly.




Review Date: 12/14/2004
Reviewed By: Fabian Arnaldo, M.D., Department of Cardiology, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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