Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome resident survival guide
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Hilda Mahmoudi M.D., M.P.H.[2]
Definition
Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome (WPW) is a syndrome of pre-excitation of the ventricles of the heart due to an accessory pathway known as the Bundle of Kent.
Causes
Life Threatening Causes
Life-threatening causes include conditions which result in death or permanent disability within 24 hours if left untreated.
Common Causes
Management
Clinical history of palpitations 12 Lead ECG (sinus rhythm) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Pre-excitation presents | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Suspect AVRT | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Refer to arrhythmia specialist | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Algorithm based on the 2003 ACC/AHA/ESC guidelines for the management of supraventricular arrhythmias.[1]
References
- ↑ "ACC/AHA/ESC Guidelines for the Management of Patients With Supraventricular Arrhythmias—Executive Summary". Retrieved 15 August 2013.