Case of Idiopathic Left Ventricular Tachycardia (ILVT)
Introduction: The objective of this case report is to illustrate a case of idiopathic left ventricular tachycardia (ILVT). It is important to distinguish key features to differentiate ILVT from other types of ventricular tachycardias. Clinical picture: A 33-year-old male presented with palpitations....
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2011-12-01
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| Series: | Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/201010581102000409 |
| Summary: | Introduction: The objective of this case report is to illustrate a case of idiopathic left ventricular tachycardia (ILVT). It is important to distinguish key features to differentiate ILVT from other types of ventricular tachycardias. Clinical picture: A 33-year-old male presented with palpitations. Clinical examination was unremarkable, except a heart rate of 170 beats/min. ECG showed a right bundle branch morphology, left superior frontal plane and a relatively narrow QRS duration. A diagnosis of ILVT was made. Treatment: Intravenous verapamil was given and the ILVT was terminated. Conclusion: ILVT differs from other types of VT, such as right ventricular outflow tract (RVOT), in terms of mechanisms, site of origin and management. Overall, ILVT has a good prognosis, compared to VTs seen in ischaemic cardiomyopathy. |
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| ISSN: | 2010-1058 2059-2329 |