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Ectopic heartbeat

Alternative Names

PVB (premature ventricular beat); Premature contraction; Premature beats; PVC (premature ventricular contraction); Extrasystole

Prevention

Moderation in caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco use may reduce the risk of ectopic heartbeats in some people. Exercise often helps persons who lead a sedentary lifestyle.

Review Date: 4/27/2004
Reviewed By: Fabian Arnaldo, M.D., Department of Cardiology, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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