Treatment of recurrent attacks of supraventricular tachycardia during pregnancy causing complications in both mother and fetus
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Treatment of recurrent attacks of supraventricular tachycardia during pregnancy causing complications in both mother and fetus
Abstract
Cardiac arrhythmias including supraventricular tachycardia are commonly encountered during pregnancy. The case of a young Indian woman with recurrent attacks of supraventricular tachycardia during pregnancy which was managed with adenosine and verapamil is reported. The possible mechanisms of maternal and fetal complications are discussed.