As a medical professional with expertise in cardiology, I can provide you with an accurate description of ventricular flutter.
Ventricular flutter is a life-threatening cardiac emergency that is a type of
ventricular tachyarrhythmia. It is characterized by rapid, irregular, and ineffective contractions of the
ventricles, the lower chambers of the heart. These contractions are too rapid and disorganized to effectively pump blood to the body, leading to a lack of oxygen and nutrients to vital organs, and can result in
sudden cardiac death if not treated immediately.
Ventricular flutter often occurs in the setting of
heart disease, particularly after a
heart attack (myocardial infarction), or in individuals with
heart failure. It can also be caused by
electrolyte imbalances, certain medications, or other medical conditions.
The treatment for ventricular flutter typically involves
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of a
defibrillator to attempt to restore a normal heart rhythm.
Antiarrhythmic medications may also be administered to help regulate the heartbeat.
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