Infantile Bradycardia Causes, Diagnosis, Symptoms and Treatment

Infantile Bradycardia Causes, Diagnosis, Symptoms and Treatment

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By Ratan-NM, M. Pharm.Reviewed by Dr. Jennifer Logan, MD, MPH

Bradycardia is defined heart rate less than the lower limit of normal for age or slow heart rate. A normal heart rate in children varies based on age as well as the level of physical activity. In the age group of 0 – 3 years, heart rate less than 100 beats per minute (bpm) is considered as bradycardia.

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• The conduction system of the heart
• What are the causes of infantile bradycardia?
• What are the signs and symptoms of infantile bradycardia?
• How is infantile bradycardia diagnosed?
• What are the treatment options for infantile bradycardia?