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WPW syndrome


- regular rhythm; - PR <0.12 sec / QRS >0.11 sec; - Delta wave; - May cause SVT/ - May cause severe A. fib/atrial flutter - May have q waves depending on the tract: (Non MI q waves); Management: - quinidine 200 to 400 mg PO tid/qid is useful; - Propanolol / Procainamide may also be tried; * NOTE: Digoxin & Verapamil are CONTRAINDICATED w/ WPW syndrome & A. fib



Original Text by Clifford R. Wheeless, III, MD.