The reverse vagal manoeuvre: A new tool for treatment of supraventricular tachycardia?

Supraventricular tachycardia is a common cardiac arrhytmia with recurrent episodes. The rapid resolution of supraventricular tachycardia remains a challenge. Vagal manoeuvres are simple and non-invasive but yield positive results in less than half the cases. Currently, the modified Valsalva manoeuvre appears to be the most effective technique. We have tested the effectiveness of the reverse Valsalva manoeuvre without swallowing as new vagal manoeuvre for the treatment of supraventricular tachycardia.
Source: The American Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Source Type: research