Episodic atrial premature beats generally do not require treatment, but may be treated with medications or lifestyle interventions if significant symptoms or complications of supraventricular tachycardia occur.
In normal adults undergoing 24-hour ECG monitoring, about 60% have atrial premature beats, which are mostly functional and may be asymptomatic. The incidence of atrial premature beats is significantly higher in patients with coronary artery disease, pulmonary heart disease, and cardiomyopathy.
Occasional atrial premature beats usually do not require treatment, but should be treated when there are obvious symptoms of palpitations, fatigue, chest tightness, or supraventricular tachycardia triggered by atrial premature beats. Smoking, alcohol and coffee can trigger atrial premature beats and should be stopped or reduced. Medications such as metoprolol, verapamil, propafenone, and amiodarone may be given if necessary for treatment.
When atrial premature beats occur, you can go to the hospital for further examination and treatment in time to avoid delaying the condition, and the use of medication should be in accordance with the doctor’s instructions.