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Premature atrial contraction classification

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Amandeep Singh M.D.[2]

Overview

Overview

There is no established system for the classification of Premature atrial contraction.

OR

Premature atrial contraction may be classified according to [classification method] into [number] subtypes/groups: [group1], [group2], [group3], and [group4].


Based on the duration of symptoms, Premature atrial contraction may be classified as either acute or chronic.


Classification

Classification

There is no established system for the classification of Premature atrial contraction.

OR

Premature atrial contraction may be classified according to [classification method] into [number] subtypes/groups:

  • [Group1]
  • [Group2]
  • [Group3]
  • [Group4]

OR

Based on the duration of symptoms, Premature atrial contraction may be classified as either acute or chronic.


References

References

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