-Short periods may occur without symptoms or present with lightheadedness, palpitations, or chest pain. -Ventricular tachycardia (VT) may result in cardiac arrest and turn into ventricular fibrillation. -VT can occur due to coronary heart disease, aortic stenosis, cardiomyopathy, electrolyte problems, or a heart attack. -In those who have a normal blood pressure and strong pulse, the antiarrhythmic medication procainamide may be used. Otherwise immediate cardioversion is recommended. | Manual of

⚠️ Ventricular tachycardia (VT) is a fast and abnormal heart rhythm that can be life-threatening if not treated. When the heart beats too quickly, it can’t pump blood effectively, which may lead to sudden cardiac arrest if the heart stops altogether. This #SuddenCardiacArrestAwareness Month, it’s important to know the causes and warning signs to potentially save a life. . . . . . #SuddenCardiacArrest #arrhythmias #heartrhythm #cardiacarrest #hearthealth #medicalstudent #electrophysiology | Cardi