What are the three types of tachycardia?

Supraventricular tachycardia falls into three main groups:

• Atrioventricular nodal reentrant tachycardia (AVNRT).
• Atrioventricular reciprocating tachycardia (AVRT).
• Atrial tachycardia.

How serious is paroxysmal atrial tachycardia?

PAT is not a life-threatening condition. The periods of sudden rapid heartbeat are more uncomfortable than they are dangerous.

What is the most common treatment for tachycardia?

An implantable device, such as a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) may be used to treat some types of tachycardia….With the following treatments, it may be possible to prevent or manage episodes of tachycardia.

• Catheter ablation.
• Medications.
• Pacemaker.
• Implantable cardioverter.
• Surgery.

When does paroxysmal tachycardia ( PSVT ) occur?

Episodes of faster-than-normal heart rate characterize paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT). PSVT is a fairly common type of abnormal heart rate. It can occur at any age and in people who don’t have other heart conditions.

Do you need long-term treatment for paroxysmal tachycardia?

Most people don’t need long-term treatment for PSVT. There are medications and procedures that may be necessary in some cases, especially where PSVT interferes with heart function. The term “paroxysmal” means that it only happens from time to time. What are the risk factors for paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia?

How does paroxysmal atrial tachycardia affect the pacemaker?

This affects the electrical signals transmitted from the sinoatrial node, which is your heart’s natural pacemaker. Your heart rate will speed up. This prevents your heart from having enough time to fill with blood before pumping blood out to the rest of the body. As a result, your body may not receive enough blood or oxygen.

Who is at risk for paroxysmal atrial tachycardia ( PAT )?

If you’re physically exhausted or have anxiety you’re at high risk for the condition. Your risk for PAT also goes up if you drink excessive amounts of caffeine or drink alcohol daily. Having other heart issues such as a history of heart attacks or mitral valve disease may increase your risk.