Ventricular fibrillation
Overview
Ventricular fibrillation (VFib) is sometimes triggered by a heart attack. It can cause blood pressure to plummet, cutting off blood supply to vital organs.
Symptoms
Sustained ventricular fibrillation causes loss of consciousness and breath.
Treatments
Emergency treatment includes CPR and defibrillation. Long-term therapy includes implantable devices and medication, including beta blockers.
