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Is bradycardia an arrhythmia?

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Dr. William Scott answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

Yes: Bradycardia is a term to describe a heart rate that is abnormally low. There are many situations where bradycardia, while technically an arrhythmia, is not a concern. Individuals who exercise frequently, particularly endurance athletes such as cyclists and distance runners, typically have low heart rates.

Answered 2/6/2019

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Depends: Sinus bradycardia is a normal rhythm. It's a semantic question but i don't think most cardiologists would consider it an arrhythmia. Pathologic bradycardias such as due to 2nd or 3rd degree heart block would surely be considered an arrhythmia.

Answered 11/8/2012

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