Ventricular Tachycardia due to Perinatal Asphyxia.
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2014-03
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Abstract
Background: Perinatal asphyxia is known to precipitate myocardial dysfunction, rhythm
abnormalities and congestive cardiac failure. Case characteristics: A 2-day old neonate
with perinatal asphyxia. Observation: He developed shock secondary to ventricular
tachycardia, and required synchronized cardioversion for reversion of abnormal rhythm.
Outcome: Reversal of arrhythmia leading to recovery. Message: Early identification and
management of ventricular tachycardia in neonate with perinatal asphyxia can be lifesaving.
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Arrythmia, Cardioversion, Neonate
Citation
Nirupam Nilay, Nangia Sushma, Saili Arvind. Ventricular Tachycardia due to Perinatal Asphyxia. Indian Pediatrics. 2014 Mar; 51(3): 227-228.