Second-degree AV block.
Second-degree AV block includes a variety of conduction patterns of variable prognostic significance. Careful analysis of the pattern of PR and R-R intervals, the QRS axis and duration, as well as the presence or absence of structural heart disease should allow the medical director to assess the applicant's risk for life insurance.
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D004562:Electrocardiography; D006327:Heart Block / Q000503:physiopathology*; D006801:Humans; D007352:Insurance, Life; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged