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A Novel Method of Fetal Cardioversion

Pediatric Cardiology volume 34, pages 700–701 (2013)Cite this article

Abstract

The ideal treatment for fetal arrhythmias associated with hydrops is not known. This case report describes a novel approach to fetal cardioversion using oral maternal bolus dosing of flecainide.

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  1. Department of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Room S 5-715, 55 Lake Avenue North, Worcester, MA, 01655, USA

    Darshak M. Sanghavi

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Sanghavi, D.M. A Novel Method of Fetal Cardioversion. Pediatr Cardiol 34, 700–701 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00246-012-0316-6

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Keywords

  • Cardioversion
  • Fetal arrhythmias
  • Hydrops fetalis