Electrocardiographic features of Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome.
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Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome is not uncommon in the emergency department. Its early recognition and initial treatment allows rapid restoration to sinus rhythm. Prompt referral to cardiology is essential for risk stratification through electrophysiological studies.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Emergency medicine journal : EMJ
دوره 20 5 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2003