A specific tachyarrhythmia with an excellent prognosis
ECG Weekly Workout with Dr. Amal Mattu
HPI
A 79-year-old man presents to the ED with intermittent episodes of decreased level of consciousness. He is placed on continuous 12-lead cardiac monitoring during his evaluation and a monitor alarm indicates polymorphic ventricular tachycardia. The following ECG is obtained on from the cardiac monitor:
Before watching this week’s video, ask yourself these questions:
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- What ECG abnormalities do you notice?
- What type of ventricular tachycardia does this ECG show?
- What is the next best step in management of this patient?