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In theory, whichever node depolarized first would trigger the depolarization of the second node. So whichever node has a faster intrinsic rate would be the pri
by JshWright 14y ago
In theory, whichever node depolarized first would trigger the depolarization of the second node.
So whichever node has a faster intrinsic rate would be the primary node.
- lostlogin 14y agoThis reply is addressed to Ars as well as both points are good and similar. I assume you both mean that synchronization occurs across the infected cells? Or do you mean that it occurs across the patient's heart whether or not infected? Ectopic nodes seem to fire randomly or upon certain triggers/stressor and thereby lose synchronization (otherwise how would one a patient be diagnosed). It would be handy if the virus rewired poorly wired hearts to be better.