Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)

Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a broad term for abnormal heart rhythms from the top chambers of the heart. They are uncommonly life-threatening, and can often be successfully treated or cured with medications or catheter ablation (a minimally-invasive procedure). Below are some additional resources:

General Information on SVT

• • Heart Rhythm Society

• SVT patient information from the American College of Cardiology

Specific Forms of SVT

• Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome - Beyond the Basics (UpTpDate)

Catheter Ablation

• Catheter Ablation for Abnormal Heartbeats (UpToDate)