Supraventricular Tachycardia

Mayo Clinic pediatric cardiologist and electrophysiology specialist Bryan Cannon, M.D., discusses supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) and potential treatment options in pediatric patients. Visit http://mayocl.in/2iipkAq for more information on Mayo Clinic pediatric cardiology, supraventricular tachycardia, or to request an appointment.

Supraventricular tachycardia is a condition that occurs when the electrical impulses in the heart do not work properly creating abnormally fast heartbeats. It can sometimes feel like a fluttering or racing heart. Supraventricular tachycardia is not common in children and is typically not dangerous, but can have symptoms that interfere with a normal lifestyle. Symptoms can include palpitations or passing out.

Treatment for SVT can include medication or an electrophysiology study and ablation. Supraventricular tachycardia ablation has been shown to be safe in children 5 years of age and older with a good success rate.

Video Content Outline:
• Introduction
• What is supraventricular tachycardia? (0:10)
• Diagram (0:50)
• Treatment for SVT (2:37)
• Risks of SVT treatment (3:44)
• Conclusion (5:25)

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