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Tachycardia, Sinus  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Simple rapid heartbeats caused by rapid discharge of impulses from the SINOATRIAL NODE, usually between 100 and 180 beats/min in adults. It is characterized by a gradual onset and termination. Sinus tachycardia is common in infants, young children, and adults during strenuous physical activities.

Entry terms

  • Sinus Tachycardia

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-WNQXJBGM-5

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