All::Cardiovascular System::Diseases::Multifocal atrial tachycardia

Intro

What is Multifocal atrial tachycardia?

a irregular cardiac rhythm caused by at least three different sites in the atria, which may be demonstrated by morphologically distinctive P waves

What groups is Multifocal atrial tachycardia more commonly seen in?

elderly patients with chronic lung disease

What is the management of Multifocal atrial tachycardia?

  • correction of hypoxia and electrolyte disturbances
  • rate-limiting calcium channel blockers are often used first-line