Sinoatrial block

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Sinoatrial Block (SA Block)

Normal to slow, defined by duration of frequency of block
Irregular when a block occurs
Upright and uniform, except during the dropped beat
Normal (0.12 - 0.20 sec), except during the dropped beat
Normal (0.06 - 0.10 sec), except during the dropped beat


  • Cardiac output will decrease, possibly causing syncope or dizziness.
  • Occurs in some multiple of the PP interval.
  • After dropped beat, cycles continue on time.