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right bundle branch
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right bundle branch
by Patrick__0, Jan 04, 1999 12:00AM
What is the right bundle branch, what is it's function, and what would be the probable results if it were suddenly destroyed and would no longer function. I know this is more than one question but to know this is very important to me.
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Dear Patrick
The right bundle conducts electrical impulses from the heart's pacemaker to the right side of the heart. If it were suddenly destroyed in someone with underlying normal heart conduction, it would probably be of little consequence. The left bundle would conduct the electrical impulses to where they need to go.
I hope this is useful. Feel free to write back with further questions. Good luck.
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