Life-Threatening Arrhythmia: Prompt Attention is Crucial to Prevent Complications and Deaths

Arrhythmia: A Dangerous Condition that Requires Prompt Attention

Arrhythmia, a condition characterized by abnormal heartbeats, is a serious issue that can lead to severe complications such as heart failure, stroke, sudden cardiac arrest, and myocardial infarction. If left untreated, arrhythmia can even result in sudden death. Dr. Ngo Chi Hieu from the Department of Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology at Hanoi French Hospital emphasized the importance of arrhythmia and the need for prompt attention.

Symptoms of arrhythmia include abnormal heartbeat patterns such as fast (over 100 beats/minute), slow (under 60 beats/minute), or irregular rhythms. Tachycardia, a type of fast heartbeat, is especially dangerous. Arrhythmia may stem from various cardiovascular issues, including congenital heart disease, coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, and cardiomyopathy. Factors such as age, metabolic disorders, and genetic predisposition can also increase the risk of developing arrhythmia.

Patients with arrhythmia may experience a range of symptoms from mild to severe. These include chest pain, anxiety, palpitations, dizziness, fatigue