WPW syndrome

In Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome, an extra electrical pathway between your heart’s upper and lower chambers causes a rapid heartbeat.

Clinical features

• Palpitations
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Shortness of breath
• Fatigue
• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Fainting

Complications

Fainting episodes

Cardiac arrest – Rare

Management

Refer to a cardiologist

Antiarrhythmic drugs

Catheter ablation

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