Abstract
We present a case of caffeine-induced atrial fibrillation which spontaneously reverted to normal sinus rhythm. Caffeine is a methylxanthine alkaloid that can cause various supraventricular and ventricular arrhythmias. It is important to improve public awareness of the potential adverse effects of high consumption of caffeine-containing products as fatal and serious events can occur.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Anti-Arrhythmia Agents / therapeutic use
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Arrhythmias, Cardiac / chemically induced
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Arrhythmias, Cardiac / drug therapy
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Atrial Fibrillation / chemically induced*
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Atrial Fibrillation / drug therapy*
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Atrial Fibrillation / physiopathology
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Caffeine / adverse effects*
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Caffeine / pharmacology
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Electrocardiography
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Heart Rate
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Humans
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Male
Substances
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Anti-Arrhythmia Agents
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Caffeine