Cardioversion during pregnancy

Q; Cardioversion during pregnancy affects the rhythm of the fetus and fetus should be delivered prior to cardioversion?

A) True 
B) False


Answer:  B

Cardioversion can be performed safely during pregnancy and it does not affect fetus' rhythm, though it is recommended that the fetal heart rate is monitored.

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References: 

1.vogel jh, pryor r, blount sg jr. direct-current defibrillation during pregnancy. jama 1965; 193:970.

2. Schroeder JS, Harrison DC. Repeated cardioversion during pregnancy. Treatment of refractory paroxysmal atrial tachycardia during 3 successive pregnancies. Am J Cardiol 1971; 27:445.