One of several causes of dysrhythmiasUsed interchangeably with arrhythmia, refers to any abnormal rhythm – not normal sinus rhythm or sinus tachycardia. 1. Six Second ECG Guidebook (2012), T Barill, p. 196, the re-entry loop often results in tachycardias; the re-entry loop requires an area with slowed speed of conduction, an proximal area with regular conduction speed and cells that are receptive to depolarizing; the loop that occurs becomes self-sustaining and rapid, thus dominating the heart.
1. Six Second ECG GuidebookA Practice Guide to Basic and 12 Lead ECG Interpretation, written by Tracy Barill, 2012 Introduction The ability to correctly interpret an electrocardiogram (ECG), be it a simple six second strip or a 12 lead ECG, is a vital skill... (2012), T Barill, p. 204