Junctional Escape Rhythm
Overview
- Junctional escape is an impulse generated by a focus at the AV junction when the supraventricular conduction system fails, such as due to sinus arrest or complete AV block.
Look For
- Bradycardia with rate 40 - 60 bpm
- Narrow QRS complexes
- Absence of P waves
- Junctional escape beat:
- Junctional escape rhythm:
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