Asynchronized direct-current electrical energy causing acceleration of ventricular tachycardia

N. A. Bishara, R. J. Hariman, J. A.C. Gomes, N. El-Sherif

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Abstract

Asynchronized direct-current (DC) shock was delivered inadvertently to a 67-year-old man with ventricular tachycardia. The electrical shock, which fell on the T-wave of the ECG, accelerated the tachycardia. A synchronized DC shock then converted the accelerated tachycardia to sinus rhythm. This case emphasizes the importance of synchronizing the electrical energy delivered during ventricular tachycardia.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1001-1002
Number of pages2
JournalCritical Care Medicine
Volume12
Issue number11
DOIs
StatePublished - 1984
Externally publishedYes

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