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Whats it mean if a rapid, irregular pulse following blunt trauma to the chest?

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Dr. Gutti Rao answered

Specializes in Hospital-based practice

Irregular pulse: Blunt trauma can precipitate irregular pulse which usually is atrial fibrillation. Sometimes life threatening ventricular fibrillation can occur as well.

Answered 7/6/2012

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