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Ectopic Heartbeat
Alternate Names : Extrasystole, Premature Beats, Premature Contraction, PVB (Premature Ventricular Beat), PVC (Premature Ventricular Contraction)
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Ectopic Heartbeat Prognosis (Expectations)
Ectopic heartbeats are generally benign, requiring no treatment. Ocasionally, they may indicate an increased risk for other cardiac arrhythmias.
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Definition Ectopic Heartbeat Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors Ectopic Heartbeat Symptoms & Signs Ectopic Heartbeat Prevention Ectopic Heartbeat Diagnosis & Tests Ectopic Heartbeat Treatment Ectopic Heartbeat Prognosis Ectopic Heartbeat Complications Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Review Date : 5/9/2002
Reviewed By : Elena Sgarbossa, M.D., Department of Cardiology, Rush-Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Ctr., Chicago, IL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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