The Cardiac Complications in Hemorrhagic Strokes: Insights from a Unique Bigeminy Rhythm Presentation

Cardiac Complications in Hemorrhagic Strokes

Abstract

During the acute phase of subarachnoid hemorrhage, cardiac rhythm disturbances are frequently observed, affecting 50% to 100% of patients. Although benign arrhythmias like sinus tachycardia, sinus bradycardia, premature atrial contractions, and premature ventricular contractions are common, clinically significant arrhythmias such as ventricular tachycardia or atrial tachyarrhythmias manifest in only 1-4% of patients. This case report delves into the intricate connection between cardiac complications and neurological emergencies, using a distinctive bigeminy rhythm presentation in a 43-year-old male patient with aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage.