Refractory Fetal Supraventricular Tachycardia with Hydrops Successfully Converted by Intraperitoneal Flecainide in the Fetus: A Case Report

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Introduction: Supraventricular tachycardia is the most common fetal tachyarrhythmia and if persistent often associated with fetal hydrops which can cause intrauterine and neonatal death. Case Presentation: We present a case of early second trimester supraventricular tachycardia in a hydropic fetus, initially refractory to transplacental treatment. Conclusion: The supraventricular tachycardia was successfully treated when supplemented with intraperitoneal flecainide in the fetus.

OriginalsprogEngelsk
TidsskriftFetal Diagnosis and Therapy
Vol/bind47
Udgave nummer9
Sider (fra-til)717-720
Antal sider4
ISSN1015-3837
DOI
StatusUdgivet - 2020

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