Atrio-His bundle tracts.
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- 1 August 1975
- Vol. 37 (8), 853-855
- https://doi.org/10.1136/hrt.37.8.853
Abstract
The atrio-His bundle tracts are very rare; only two have been found in 687 hearts studied histologically. These tracts have a similar appearance to those of the atrioventricular bundle and form a complete bypass of the atrioventricular node. In their presence the electrocardiogram may show a short or normal PR interval. They may be responsible for some cases of very rapid ventricular response to supraventricular arrhythmias.Keywords
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