EP on EP Episode 94: Arrhythmias in Pregnancy with Andrea M. Russo, MD, FHRS-EP on EP Episode 94: Arrhythmias in Pregnancy with Andrea M. Russo, MD, FHRS

EP on EP Episode 94: Arrhythmias in Pregnancy with Andrea M. Russo, MD, FHRS

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Dr. Andrea Russo, professor of medicine at the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, discusses arrhythmias that occur during pregnancy with Eric Prostowski. They talk about the treatment options for supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), including vagal maneuvers, adenosine, and beta blockers. They also discuss the use of verapamil and flecainide for more severe cases. In regards to atrial fibrillation (AF), Dr. Russo recommends the use of flecainide for rhythm control along with rate control. They also touch on the use of devices, such as implantable defibrillators or wearable defibrillator vests, for patients with sustained ventricular tachycardia. Finally, they mention the increase in sympathetic tone during pregnancy and the potential need for treatment of inappropriate sinus tachycardia.

Keywords

arrhythmias

pregnancy

supraventricular tachycardia

atrial fibrillation

treatment options