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- ...t was first introduced by [[Belgium|Belgian]] pharmaceutical company Labaz in 1961. ...icular fibrillation]], and wide complex [[tachycardia]], as well as atrial fibrillation and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia.2 KB (187 words) - 23:07, 5 February 2024
- '''Ventricular Fibrillation''' (''pronunciation: ven-TRIK-yoo-lar fib-rih-LAY-shun'') is a life-threate The term "Ventricular Fibrillation" is derived from the Latin words "ventriculus," meaning "little belly" or "1 KB (147 words) - 23:19, 14 February 2024
- '''Ventricular Arrhythmias''' ...s) are a group of conditions characterized by abnormal electrical activity in the [[ventricles]] of the heart. This can lead to irregular heart rhythms,2 KB (246 words) - 21:53, 14 February 2024
- ...shman who, along with Dr. Samuel B. Levine, first described the phenomenon in 1947. ...g RR interval is followed by a shorter one. This can lead to a premature [[ventricular contraction]] that is aberrantly conducted.1 KB (157 words) - 23:34, 9 February 2024
- ...tion primarily used in the treatment of [[ventricular fibrillation]] and [[ventricular tachycardia]], life-threatening heart rhythm disorders. ...vent rapid, irregular heartbeats. It is usually administered intravenously in a hospital setting under the supervision of a healthcare professional.2 KB (222 words) - 16:24, 5 February 2024
- ...ial fibrillation, atrial flutter, ventricular tachycardia, and ventricular fibrillation. ...ts]]: These agents are anti-sympathetic nervous system agents. Most agents in this class are beta blockers.2 KB (222 words) - 01:30, 13 February 2024
- ...s]], [[falls]] caused by contact with electrical energy, and [[ventricular fibrillation]] due to the electrical effect on the heart. ...a person is shocked and thrown from an electrical source. These can result in a variety of injuries, including fractures and dislocations.2 KB (294 words) - 22:53, 9 February 2024
- ...tion]], [[atrial flutter]], [[ventricular tachycardia]], and [[ventricular fibrillation]]. * [[Arrhythmia]]: A condition in which the heart beats with an irregular or abnormal rhythm.2 KB (243 words) - 04:38, 7 February 2024
- ...atening cardiac arrhythmias of ventricular fibrillation (VF) and pulseless ventricular tachycardia, and is able to treat them through defibrillation, the applicat * '''Defibrillator''': From the Latin word "defibrillare", meaning to stop fibrillation.2 KB (242 words) - 04:33, 12 February 2024
- ...'''O'''-2-hydroxypropiophenone. The "L" at the end is a common suffix used in drug nomenclature. ...ythm disorders, such as [[atrial fibrillation]], [[atrial flutter]], and [[ventricular arrhythmia]]. It is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (2 KB (307 words) - 02:04, 5 February 2024
- ...n-KAY-nide) is a class 1C [[antiarrhythmic agent]] that was primarily used in the treatment of [[cardiac arrhythmia]]. It was withdrawn from the market d ...phenyl)-2-(ethylamino)-1-propanamide''. The suffix '-ide' is commonly used in the nomenclature of chemical substances.2 KB (206 words) - 16:25, 5 February 2024
- == Ventricular == ...rm used in [[anatomy]] and [[medicine]] to refer to a chamber of an organ. In most contexts, it refers to one of the two lower chambers of the [[heart]].2 KB (233 words) - 00:15, 7 February 2024
- ...foil Reentry''' (pronunciation: kwah-truh-foil ree-en-tree) is a term used in the field of [[Cardiology]] to describe a specific pattern of [[Cardiac Ree ...describe the phenomenon where the electrical impulse in the heart travels in a circular or looping path, leading to a rapid heart rate or [[Tachycardia|2 KB (212 words) - 17:19, 10 February 2024
- ...atening cardiac arrhythmias of ventricular fibrillation (VF) and pulseless ventricular tachycardia (PVT), and is able to treat them through defibrillation, the ap ...there is uncoordinated contraction of the cardiac muscle of the ventricles in the heart, making them quiver rather than contract properly.2 KB (217 words) - 04:02, 14 February 2024
- ...ial fibrillation, atrial flutter, ventricular tachycardia, and ventricular fibrillation. ...ass I antiarrhythmics]]: These agents work by blocking the sodium channels in the heart, slowing the rate of depolarization and repolarization, thus slow2 KB (309 words) - 06:58, 11 February 2024
- == Ventricular Arrhythmia == ...-yoo-lur uh-RITH-mee-uh) is a term for any [[rhythm disorder]] originating in the lower chambers of the [[heart]], known as the [[ventricles]].2 KB (254 words) - 06:44, 11 February 2024
- ...ass 1b antiarrhythmic agent, which is primarily used in the treatment of [[ventricular arrhythmias]]. It is a derivative of [[lidocaine]], but is orally active an ...to differentiate it as a separate entity. The "-cainide" suffix is common in local anesthetics and antiarrhythmic agents, indicating its pharmacological2 KB (245 words) - 23:12, 5 February 2024
- '''Cordarone''' (pronounced: kor-DAR-own) is a medication used primarily in the treatment of [[cardiac arrhythmias]]. It is also known by its generic n ...presence of an amide group in the molecule, and "-darone" is a suffix used in the names of antiarrhythmic drugs.2 KB (232 words) - 16:51, 5 February 2024
- ...isk for [[sudden cardiac death]] due to [[ventricular fibrillation]] and [[ventricular tachycardia]]. * [[Cardioversion]]: A medical procedure that restores a normal heart rhythm in people with certain types of abnormal heartbeats.2 KB (227 words) - 01:52, 13 February 2024
- ...atening cardiac arrhythmias of ventricular fibrillation (VF) and pulseless ventricular tachycardia, and is able to treat them through defibrillation, the applicat ...ice that gives a high energy electric shock to the heart of someone who is in cardiac arrest.2 KB (277 words) - 21:47, 14 February 2024