Wolff–Parkinson–White syndrome

Wolff–Parkinson–White syndrome is a condition involving the human heart. WPW is caused by the presence of an abnormal pathway between the atria and the ventricles.

Wolff–Parkinson–White syndrome
Classification and external resources
A characteristic delta wave seen in a person with Wolff–Parkinson–White syndrome. Note the short PR interval.
ICD-10I45.6
ICD-9426.7
OMIM194200
DiseasesDB14186
MedlinePlus000151
eMedicineemerg/644 med/2417
MeSHC14.280.067.780.977

Sudden cardiac death in people with WPW is rare.[1] Some people may experience low blood pressure with WPW.

Wolff–Parkinson–White Syndrome Media

References

  1. "The natural history". American Heart Journal. Retrieved January 12, 2015.