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==Overview==
==Overview==
The His-Purkinje system is a trifascicular system, with [[bifascicular block]] referring to conduction delay within either both the right bundle and left anterior or posterior fascicle or the left bundle branch in itself. [[Trifascicular block]] refers to [[first degree AV block]], [[Right Bundle Branch Block]], and [[Left Anterior Hemiblock]]
The His-Purkinje system is a trifascicular system, with [[bifascicular block]] referring to conduction delay within either both the right bundle and left anterior or posterior fascicle or the left bundle branch in itself. Trifascicular block refers to [[first degree AV block]], [[right bundle branch block]], and [[left anterior hemiblock]]


'''Trifascicular block''' is a problem with the [[Electrical conduction system of the heart|electrical conduction]] of the [[heart]]. It is diagnosed on an [[electrocardiogram]] (ECG/EKG) and has three features: <ref>{{GPnotebook|1161101334}}</ref>
==Differentiating Trifascicular block from other Diseases==
Trifascicular block is important to diagnose because it is difficult to tell based on the surface [[ECG]] whether the [[prolonged PR interval]] is due to disease in the [[AV node]] or due to diffuse distal conduction system disease. 


* prolongation of the [[Electrical conduction system of the heart#AV node.2FBundles: PR interval|PR interval]] ([[first degree AV block]])
* In the former case, if the block at the [[AV node]] level becomes [[complete heart block|complete]], the escape rhythm will originate from the [[bundle of His]], which typically will generate heart rates in the 40s, allowing the individual to survive and complain of symptoms of fatigue or near-[[syncope]] to their physician. 
* [[right bundle branch block]]
* either [[left anterior fascicular block]] or [[left posterior fascicular block]]


Alternatively, trifascicular block is suggested by alternating [[right bundle branch block]] and [[left bundle branch block]].
* In the later case, however, because the conduction system disease is diffuse in nature, the escape rhythm may be fascicular or ventricular, which may be at rates that are life-threateningly low.


==Differentiating Trifascicular block from other Disorders==
==Diagnosis==
Trifascicular block is important to diagnose because it is difficult to tell based on the surface ECG whether the prolonged PR interval is due to disease in the AV node or due to diffuse distal conduction system disease. 
===Electrocardiogram===


* In the former case, if the block at the AV node level becomes [[complete heart block|complete]], the escape rhythm will originate from the [[bundle of His]], which typically will generate heart rates in the 40s, allowing the individual to survive and complain of symptoms of fatigue or near-syncope to their physician. 
Trifascicular block is a problem with the [[Electrical conduction system of the heart|electrical conduction]] of the [[heart]]. It is diagnosed on an [[electrocardiogram]] ([[ECG]]/[[EKG]]) and has three features: <ref>{{GPnotebook|1161101334}}</ref>


* In the later case, however, because the conduction system disease is diffuse in nature, the escape rhythm may be fascicular or ventricular, which may be at rates that are life-threateningly low.
* Prolongation of the [[Electrical conduction system of the heart#AV node.2FBundles: PR interval|PR interval]] ([[first degree AV block]])
* [[Right bundle branch block]]
* Either [[left anterior fascicular block]] or [[left posterior fascicular block]]


==Diagnosis==
Alternatively, trifascicular block is suggested by alternating [[right bundle branch block]] and [[left bundle branch block]].
The diagnosis of whether the PR prolongation is due to AV nodal disease or diffuse conduction system disease is typically made by an [[electrophysiologic study]] of the conduction system.  In an electrophysiologic study, trifascicular block due to AV nodal disease is represented by a prolonged AH interval (denoting prolonged time from impulse generation in the atria and conduction to the [[bundle of His]]) with a relatively preserved HV interval (denoting normal conduction from the bundle of His to the ventricles).  Trifascicular block due to distal conduction system disease is represented by a normal AH interval and a prolonged HV interval.


===EKG===
===EKG Examples===
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The EKG below is recorded in an elderly man with a history of [[syncope]].
Shown below is an EKG showing a [[sinus rhythm]] of 74 beats per minute with a [[prolonged PR interval]] of 288 milliseconds, an [[RSR complex]] in [[Electrocardiogram#Precordial|V1]] compatible with a [[right bundle branch block]] and a [[QRS]] axis of minus 83 degrees compatible with a [[left anterior hemiblock]] indicating a trifasicular block.


This [[electrocardiogram]] shows sinus rhythm at 74 per minute. The [[PR interval]] is grossly prolonged at 288 milliseconds, there's an [[RSR complex]] in V1 compatible with a [[right bundle branch block]] and a [[QRS]] axis of minus 83 degrees compatible with a left anterior hemi-block. Taking all three abnormalities together the tracing suggests a trifasicular block.
[[Image:Trifascicular block.jpg|center|500px]]


This patient also had a [[Holter monitor]] that showed [[second-degree heart block]] and as a result a [[pacemaker]] was implanted because of his history of [[syncope]].
Copyleft images obtained courtesy of ECGpedia, http://en.ecgpedia.org


[[Image:Trifascicular block.jpg|center|500px]]
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The EKG below is a regular rhythm with a ventricular rate of 70/min. The [[QRS]] has a left axis deviation and a dominant R wave in V1. The PR interval is 260 ms. This tracing suggests a [[first degree heart block]] with a left anterior hemi block and [[RBBB]]. This has been called Trifasicular block.
 
Shown below is an EKG showing a regular rhythm of 70 beats per minute with [[left axis deviation]] and a dominant [[R wave]] in [[Electrocardiogram#Precordial|V1]]. The [[PR interval]] is 260 ms indicating a trifascicular block.


[[Image:Trifascicular block1.jpg|center|500px]]
[[Image:Trifascicular block1.jpg|center|500px]]
Copyleft images obtained courtesy of ECGpedia, http://en.ecgpedia.org
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Shown below is an EKG demonstrating [[PR prolongation]], [[left axis deviation]] and [[right bundle branch block]] in the right precordial leads suggesting a trifascicular block.
[[Image:Trifascicular.jpg|center|500px]]
Copyleft images obtained courtesy of ECGpedia, http://en.ecgpedia.org
===Electrophysiologic Study===
The diagnosis of whether the PR prolongation is due to AV nodal disease or diffuse conduction system disease is typically made by an [[electrophysiologic study]] of the conduction system.  In an electrophysiologic study, trifascicular block due to AV nodal disease is represented by a prolonged AH interval (denoting prolonged time from impulse generation in the atria and conduction to the [[bundle of His]]) with a relatively preserved HV interval (denoting normal conduction from the bundle of His to the ventricles).  Trifascicular block due to distal conduction system disease is represented by a normal AH interval and a prolonged HV interval.


==Treatment==
==Treatment==
The treatment for diffuse distal conduction system disease is insertion of a [[artificial pacemaker|pacemaker]].  If the PR prolongation is due to AV nodal disease, a case may be made for observation, as it may never progress to complete heart block with life threateningly low heart rates.
===Surgery===
The treatment for diffuse distal conduction system disease is insertion of a [[artificial pacemaker|pacemaker]].  If the PR prolongation is due to AV nodal disease, a case may be made for observation, as it may never progress to [[complete heart block]] with life threateningly low heart rates.


Regardless of where in the conduction system the block is, if the block is believed to be the cause of [[syncope]] in an individual, a pacemaker is an appropriate treatment.
Regardless of where in the conduction system the block is, if the block is believed to be the cause of [[syncope]] in an individual, a pacemaker is an appropriate treatment.
==Sources==
Copyleft images obtained courtesy of ECGpedia, http://en.ecgpedia.org/index.php?title=Special:NewFiles&dir=prev&offset=20080806182927&limit=500


==References==
==References==
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==Additional resources==
==External Links==
* [http://en.ecgpedia.org ECGpedia: Course for interpretation of ECG]
* [http://www.anaesthetist.com/icu/organs/heart/ecg/ The whole ECG - A basic ECG primer]
* [http://www.ecglibrary.com 12-lead ECG library]
* [http://www.ecgsim.org Simulation tool to demonstrate and study the relation between the electric activity of the heart and the ECG]
* [http://heartcenter.seattlechildrens.org/what_to_expect/electrocardiogram.asp ECG information from Children's Hospital Heart Center, Seattle]
* [http://www.regionalpci-stemi.org/id10.html ECG Challenge from the ACC D2B Initiative]
* [http://0-www.nhlbi.nih.gov.innopac.up.ac.za:80/health/dci/Diseases/ekg/ekg_what.html National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, Diseases and Conditions Index]
* [http://0-www.nhlbi.nih.gov.innopac.up.ac.za:80/health/dci/Diseases/ekg/ekg_what.html National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, Diseases and Conditions Index]
* [http://www.ecglibrary.com/ecghist.html A history of electrocardiography]
* [http://www.health.gov.mt/impaedcard/issue/issue1/ipc00103.htm EKG Interpretations in infants and children]
* [http://www.health.gov.mt/impaedcard/issue/issue1/ipc00103.htm EKG Interpretations in infants and children]
==External links==
* http://library.med.utah.edu/kw/ecg/mml/ecg_0293_mod.html
* http://www.ecglibrary.com/trifas.html


==Related Chapters==
==Related Chapters==
*[[Bifascicular block]]
*[[Bifascicular block]]
==EKG Examples==
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]

Overview

The His-Purkinje system is a trifascicular system, with bifascicular block referring to conduction delay within either both the right bundle and left anterior or posterior fascicle or the left bundle branch in itself. Trifascicular block refers to first degree AV block, right bundle branch block, and left anterior hemiblock

Differentiating Trifascicular block from other Diseases

Trifascicular block is important to diagnose because it is difficult to tell based on the surface ECG whether the prolonged PR interval is due to disease in the AV node or due to diffuse distal conduction system disease.

  • In the former case, if the block at the AV node level becomes complete, the escape rhythm will originate from the bundle of His, which typically will generate heart rates in the 40s, allowing the individual to survive and complain of symptoms of fatigue or near-syncope to their physician.
  • In the later case, however, because the conduction system disease is diffuse in nature, the escape rhythm may be fascicular or ventricular, which may be at rates that are life-threateningly low.

Diagnosis

Electrocardiogram

Trifascicular block is a problem with the electrical conduction of the heart. It is diagnosed on an electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG) and has three features: [1]

Alternatively, trifascicular block is suggested by alternating right bundle branch block and left bundle branch block.

EKG Examples


Shown below is an EKG showing a sinus rhythm of 74 beats per minute with a prolonged PR interval of 288 milliseconds, an RSR complex in V1 compatible with a right bundle branch block and a QRS axis of minus 83 degrees compatible with a left anterior hemiblock indicating a trifasicular block.

Copyleft images obtained courtesy of ECGpedia, http://en.ecgpedia.org


Shown below is an EKG showing a regular rhythm of 70 beats per minute with left axis deviation and a dominant R wave in V1. The PR interval is 260 ms indicating a trifascicular block.

Copyleft images obtained courtesy of ECGpedia, http://en.ecgpedia.org


Shown below is an EKG demonstrating PR prolongation, left axis deviation and right bundle branch block in the right precordial leads suggesting a trifascicular block.

Copyleft images obtained courtesy of ECGpedia, http://en.ecgpedia.org

Electrophysiologic Study

The diagnosis of whether the PR prolongation is due to AV nodal disease or diffuse conduction system disease is typically made by an electrophysiologic study of the conduction system. In an electrophysiologic study, trifascicular block due to AV nodal disease is represented by a prolonged AH interval (denoting prolonged time from impulse generation in the atria and conduction to the bundle of His) with a relatively preserved HV interval (denoting normal conduction from the bundle of His to the ventricles). Trifascicular block due to distal conduction system disease is represented by a normal AH interval and a prolonged HV interval.

Treatment

Surgery

The treatment for diffuse distal conduction system disease is insertion of a pacemaker. If the PR prolongation is due to AV nodal disease, a case may be made for observation, as it may never progress to complete heart block with life threateningly low heart rates.

Regardless of where in the conduction system the block is, if the block is believed to be the cause of syncope in an individual, a pacemaker is an appropriate treatment.

References

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