Definition: An abnormal tachycardia originating in the ventricles. Depending its rate and on other factors, VT can cause variable symptoms, ranging from mere palpitations to sudden death.
Ventricular Tachycardia - VT
By Richard N. Fogoros, M.D., About.com
Created: December 03, 2003
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