[15] Supraventricular arrhythmias may occur in the pre- and post-MI setting. Causes of SVT include: irritation of atrial myocardium as a result of pericarditis; elevated atrial pressures resulting ...

This paper reviews the incidence, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of SVT, along with gender differences, and discusses important implications for the health care provider.

SVT causes abnormally fast heart rhythms in the upper chambers (atria), with or without heart disease. Atrial fibrillation (an irregular, rapid heartbeat) and atrial flutter (a fast, regular ...