Atrial Premature Complexes Learning Center

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Atrial ectopic beats (AEB) refers to a contraction of the upper heart chamber which occurs before it would be expected. Atrial ectopic beats are also known as premature atrial beats, premature atrial complex (PAC), or a...

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Symptoms
As people age, extra beats tend to happen more frequently even in perfectly healthy individuals. AEB may be triggered...
Causes
As people age, extra beats tend to happen more frequently even in perfectly healthy individuals. AEB may be triggered...
Tests
Diagnosis of AEB is often suspected on the basis of the patient's description of the occurrence. An electrocardiogram...
Treatments
Atrial ectopic beats do not usually require treatment. If treatment is necessary because the beats occur frequently a...
Complications
Occasional AEB usually have no significance. If they increase in frequency, they can lead to atrial tachycardia or fi...
Prevention
AEB cannot usually be prevented. Aggravating factors can be addressed, like excessive stimulants, and uncontrolled pu...

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