JACC: Case Reports (Jul 2024)

Incessant Atrial Tachycardia From the Left Atrial Appendage Treated With Appendage Ligation

  • Yonathan F. Melman, MD, PhD,
  • Eric M. Lindley, MD,
  • Abishek Kashyap, MD,
  • Rami Alharethi, MD,
  • Peter Smit, MD,
  • Daniel Gutteridge, MD,
  • Joseph Palatinus, MD,
  • Annie Oesterling, MD

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 29, no. 13
p. 102375

Abstract

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A previously healthy man presented in shock due to incessant tachycardia. He ultimately required extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for support and clipping of his appendage for arrhythmia control. This case highlights the importance of early recognition of cardiogenic shock, aggressive hemodynamic support, and a multidisciplinary approach to managing these challenging arrhythmias.

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