Welcome to EmpowHER. Atrioventricular reciprocating tachycardia (AVRT) occurs when there is an extra electrical pathway linking the upper (atria) and lower (ventricles) chambers of the heart. It is a type of supraventricular tachycardia. Medicines, such as beta-blockers or calcium channel blockers, may effectively treat this problem. In people for whom medicines do not work, or for those who do not wish to take medicine, catheter ablation is an option. Catheter ablation works for most patients with atrioventricular reciprocating tachycardia. It's important to discuss with your healthcare provider your results and the type of treatments, which would be best for you.
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Hi Anon,
Welcome to EmpowHER. Atrioventricular reciprocating tachycardia (AVRT) occurs when there is an extra electrical pathway linking the upper (atria) and lower (ventricles) chambers of the heart. It is a type of supraventricular tachycardia. Medicines, such as beta-blockers or calcium channel blockers, may effectively treat this problem. In people for whom medicines do not work, or for those who do not wish to take medicine, catheter ablation is an option. Catheter ablation works for most patients with atrioventricular reciprocating tachycardia. It's important to discuss with your healthcare provider your results and the type of treatments, which would be best for you.
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Daisy
November 12, 2012 - 4:15amThis Comment
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