sick sinus node

Synonyms in the broadest sense Sinus node syndrome, bradycardic arrhythmia, bradycardia–tachycardia syndrome. Definition The sinus node is not able to generate potentials in a sufficient frequency and/or pass them on to the AV node. Cause: In sinus node disease, either the function of the pacemaker cells is disturbed or the stimulation conduction system is blocked … Sick Sinus Syndrome

Therapy A therapy of the sick sinus syndrome is only necessary if there are symptoms of bradycardia (very slow heartbeat) such as Adam Stokes fits (fainting fits). If this is the case, the method of choice is pacemaker therapy. Here, mainly atrial systems (AAI, DDD) are used. If there is a suspicion that drugs taken … Therapy | Sick Sinus Syndrome