Adenosine use in pregnant women with supraventricular tachycardia.
OBJECTIVE
To review a case experience and published reports of treatment of supraventricular tachycardia with adenosine in pregnant women.


METHODS
Published reports and clinical experience.


RESULTS
Seven pregnant women with supraventricular tachycardia treated with adenosine have been described in the literature. We describe an eighth patient. Treatment has terminated the dysrhythmia in all cases, and no adverse maternal or fetal effects have been reported.


CONCLUSIONS
Based on theoretical considerations and on limited published experience, adenosine appears to be safe and effective for treatment of supraventricular tachycardia in pregnant patients.
Division of Cardiology, Jewish Hospital of St. Louis, Washington University Medical Center, MO 63110.
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Hagley
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Cole
D000241:Adenosine / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011249:Pregnancy Complications, Cardiovascular / Q000188:drug therapy*; D013617:Tachycardia, Supraventricular / Q000188:drug therapy*
D000241:Adenosine