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[Multifocal (chaotic) atrial tachycardia in infancy]
Helvetica Paediatrica Acta
|September 1, 1979
Summary
This case study details a rare instance of multifocal atrial tachycardia in an infant. Effective management involved a combination of digoxin and chinidine, ultimately restoring normal sinus rhythm.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Neonatal Arrhythmias
- Pharmacological Interventions
Background:
- Infantile atrial tachycardia can progress to cardiac failure.
- Multifocal atrial tachycardia (MAT) is a rare condition in newborns.
- Cardiovascular management in neonates presents unique challenges.