Multiple arrhythmias detected during nocturnal monitoring in patients with congenital complete heart block.
Why the study?
Does nocturnal ECG monitoring detect unexpected arrhythmias in patients with congenital complete heart block?
Population
20 patients with congenital complete heart block (CHB)
Design
Cohort
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Discussion
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Implication
Unexpected nocturnal arrhythmias appear common in congenital complete heart block; supports further study of routine monitoring but should not yet change practice.
Structured PICO
Does nocturnal ECG monitoring detect unexpected arrhythmias in patients with congenital complete heart block?
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Population
20 patients with congenital complete heart block (CHB)
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Intervention
ECG tape recordings (Holter monitoring) while awake and asleep
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Outcome
Detection of arrhythmias, including marked ventricular slowing during sleepsurrogate
Nocturnal Holter monitoring in patients with congenital complete heart block frequently reveals unexpected and potentially hazardous arrhythmias, suggesting the need for regular monitoring.
Cite This Study
Lévy et al. (1977) studied this question.