Abstract
Elective direct current cardioversion is considered first-line treatment in many cases of atrial flutter and fibrillation. This also is true in the pediatric population. This report describes a case of successful cardioversion that resulted in a very prolonged electrical quiescence.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 441-443 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Pediatric Cardiology |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Feb 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Atrial flutter
- Direct current cardioversion
- Electrical quiescence
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine