Learning objectives

• Describe the mechanisms & symptoms of Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome 
• Manage patients with Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome 

Definition & mechanisms

• Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome (WPW) is a congenital abnormality that involves the presence of abnormal electrical conductive circuits between the atria and ventricles, resulting in accessory electrical pathways that bypass the AV node

• Can result in life-threatening arrhythmias

Signs & symptoms

Management

Suggested reading

• Bengali R, Wellens HJ, Jiang Y. Perioperative management of the Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth. 2014;28(5):1375-1386.