Abstract
Intravenous diltiazem was administered to 10 pediatric patients with primary atrial tachyarrhythmias with rapid ventricular response. Rapid, consistent, and safe temporary ventricular rate control was obtained in all patients given this medication.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Arrhythmias, Cardiac / drug therapy
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Atrial Fibrillation / drug therapy
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Calcium Channel Blockers / administration & dosage*
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Child
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Diltiazem / administration & dosage*
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Humans
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Infant
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Infusions, Intravenous
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Tachycardia / drug therapy*
Substances
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Calcium Channel Blockers
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Diltiazem