Diagnosing Arrhythmias

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When the heart is beating normally, it is referred to as ‘sinus rhythm’. An extra beat (ectopic beat) can trigger a short circuit, and a fast heartbeat. It can travel down an extra pathway and up the normal conduction system. If this continues, palpitations can result.

For more information, please download our booklet ‘Diagnosing Arrhythmias’

UK: A-A Diagnosing Cardiac Arrhythmias Booklet.indd (heartrhythmalliance.org)

US: A-A Diagnosing Cardiac Arrhythmias Booklet.indd (heartrhythmalliance.org)

If you have any questions, then please do not hesitate to contact the Patient Services team on

[phone] or contact us below:

UK: Contact - Arrhythmia Alliance - UK (heartrhythmalliance.org)

US: Contact - Arrhythmia Alliance - US (heartrhythmalliance.org)