Exploring Supraventricular Tachycardia
What is Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)?
SVT is a fast heart rate, greater than 100 beats per minute or more, which starts in the atria, the upper chambers of the heart. The electrical signals occur abnormally and speed up the heart rate. The rapidly beating heart prevents the heart chambers from filling completely between contractions (beats), which may compromise blood flow to the body. Paroxysmal SVT (PSVT) means that the abnormality may come and go over minutes or days.
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Management of Supraventricular Arrhythmias in Special Populations: Case Studies
Join us for a live, in-depth discussion of supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) through case studies. Drs. Andrea Russo, Rachit Vakil, and Elizabeth Stephenson will cover diagnosis, EKG interpretation, differential diagnoses, and management strategies, followed by an interactive Q&A.Videos on Demand
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SVT: Mechanisms and Clinical Presentations
This on demand video provides an overview of the mechanisms of supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) and discusses both noninvasive and invasive methods for diagnosing SVT. The presentation is followed by a Q&A and discussion with the panelists.
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Contemporary Treatment of SVT
This on demand video begins with a case presentation followed by an exploration of acute and chronic treatment options for supraventricular tachycardia. It concludes with a discussion and Q&A.Podcasts
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Exploring SVT in Pregnancy
Moderated by Dr. Cicely Dye, this podcast features Dr. Kamala Tamirisa and Dr. Annabelle Santos Volgman as they examine the case of a 22-year-old G1P0 woman with a narrow complex tachycardia. Learn as they discuss the epidemiology of supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) in pregnancy, consider the impact on maternal and fetal outcomes, and explore treatment options during pregnancy and in the peripartum time period.
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From the Heart: A Patient Living with SVT
In this podcast, we feature a conversation between Mary Velthouse, a registered nurse living with PSVT, and Dr. AJ Blood, a cardiologist and intensivist. Learn as they dive into Mary's history with this condition beginning in her teenage years in the 1960's through present day. Their discussion explores her experience, including the difficulties and barriers Mary encountered with receiving a diagnosis and how she mitigates some of her more severe symptoms and side effects.
Upcoming Podcasts
Stepwise Approach to a Patient with Palpitations: Patient Empowerment – The Use of Wearables
In this podcast, we delve into the case of a 50-year-old female experiencing palpitations, chest discomfort, and shortness of breath. We will explore various diagnostic options for patients without previously diagnosed supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), including the use of consumer devices and remote monitoring with medical devices.
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