1. Arrhythmias
However, sometimes there is a change in the rhythm, called a palpitation. ... Unless the heart is shocked back into a normal rhythm, ventricular fibrillation results in sudden death. ... A Holter Monitor is a portable version of an ECG, and is useful for diagnosing heart rhythm abnormalities that occur at unpredictable times. ... When you experience symptoms of an arrhythmia, you push a button on the device to record your heart rhythm. It helps doctors determine whether abnormal heart rhythms caused your symptoms or not. ...
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