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Arrhythmias occur in 1% to 5% of newborns during the first 10 days of life, with supraventricular tachycardia being the most common symptomatic arrhythmia (incidence 1/25,000).
Arrhythmias in neonates have a distinct natural history and management approach compared to older children, with most being benign premature beats and SVT being the most common symptomatic presentation.
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Supports heightened vigilance for SVT in first 10 days; leaves open prospective trials to refine neonatal arrhythmia management.
Anne M. Dubin (2000) conducted a review in Arrhythmias in the Newborn. Arrhythmias occur in 1% to 5% of newborns during the first 10 days of life, with supraventricular tachycardia being the most common symptomatic arrhythmia (incidence 1/25,000).
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