Similarities between Polymorphic and Monomorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
Both polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (PVT) and monomorphic ventricular tachycardia (MVT) are types of abnormal heart rhythms that originate in the ventricles of the heart. Both are characterized by a rapid and irregular or regular heart rate, respectively. Both PVT and MVT can be life-threatening if not treated promptly and can lead to cardiac arrest or ventricular fibrillation. Both can be caused by a variety of underlying conditions such as heart disease, electrolyte imbalances, or certain medications. Both can be treated with anti-arrhythmic medications, cardioversion, or in some cases, an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD). The main difference between PVT and MVT is the QRS complex on ECG during an episode, PVT has different morphologies of the QRS complex during the tachycardia and MVT has the same morphologies.
Difference Between Polymorphic and Monomorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
Polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (PVT) and Monomorphic ventricular tachycardia (MVT) are both types of ventricular tachycardia (VT), which is a fast heart rhythm originating from the ventricles. The key difference between PVT and MVT is that PVT is characterized by a constantly changing QRS complex, while MVT has a consistent QRS complex.
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