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Understanding Tachycardia Types and Risks by ً is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Tachycardia is a heart rate over 100 beats per minute that can be caused by irregular heart rhythms known as arrhythmias. While sometimes a fast heart rate is normal during exercise or stress, tachycardia left untreated can lead to serious problems like heart failure or stroke. There are many types of tachycardia including atrial fibrillation, the most common type, and ventricular fibrillation, which is a medical emergency. Treatment depends on the type and may include maneuvers, medication, cardioversion,

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