Another name for AV block is atrioventricular block. It is also sometimes referred to as a conduction disorder.
In more detail, AV block refers to a delay or blockage in the electrical signals that travel from the atria (upper chambers) to the ventricles (lower chambers) of the heart. This disruption can affect the heart's ability to pump blood effectively.
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Atrioventricular (AV) block: This is the most common and direct alternative name.
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Conduction disorder: This is a broader term, as AV block is one specific type of conduction disorder affecting the heart. Other conduction disorders can exist elsewhere in the heart.
