Pediatrics & Therapeutics
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Abstract

Junctional Permanent Reciprocal Tachycardia (JPRT) in a Newborn: A Case Report

Tarek Sayed Kotb*, Alamin Subahi, Amani Osman Fadol, Yasser Ahmed Bahat

Permanent Junctional Reciprocating Tachycardia (PJRT) is a rare form of Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT). It generally presents in infants but can be difficult to diagnose. The characteristic EKG findings, response to Adenosine and persistence or frequent recurrences are helpful in making the diagnosis. It is usually difficult to manage with the initial and single medications used in SVT. The importance of electrophysiology and reading the ECG in making the diagnosis and differentiate from SVT.

Published Date: 2020-09-10; Received Date: 2020-07-25