Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate): What Increases Your Risk
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What Increases Your Risk
Your risk of developing an abnormally slow heart rate (bradycardia) is greater if you:
- Have certain types of heart disease.
- Are taking certain medicines.
- Are age 65 or older.
- Have recently had heart surgery.
| Last updated: | July 07, 2007 |
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| Author: | Robin Parks, MS |
| Reviewed By: | E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine, Laurence Epstein, MD - Cardiac Electrophysiologist |
| Editors: | Kathleen M. Ariss, MS, Pat Truman, MATC |
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