Electrical storm
Background
- Definition
- 3 or more episodes of sustained VT, VF, or ICD shocks within 24 hours
- Risk factors
- CAD
- HFrEF
- Long QT
- DM2 is protective
- Causes
- Ischemia
- Electrolyte derangement
- Iatrogenic (medication related)
- Hyperthyroidism
- Infection/Fever
Clinical Features
- Presentation as:
- Cardiac arrest
- Palpitations
- (Pre)Syncope
- ICD patient complaining of shock(s)
Differential Diagnosis
Diagnosis
Management
Proposed treatment algorithm for electrical storm[1]
Disposition
See Also
External Links
References
- ↑ Eifling M, Ravazi M, Massumi A. The Evaluation and Management of Electrical Storm. Tex Heart Inst J 2011;38(2):111-21