Several points of convincing evidence in the upper strip indicate that the rhythm is VT. First, the beginning of the wide QRS tachycardia near the end of the strip is not preceded by a P wave, proving ...
The diagnosis is sinus rhythm, with acute inferior wall ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), ventricular triplet (nonsustained monomorphic VT), premature ventricular complex, R-on-T ...
Is there a simple way to differentiate a supraventricular tachycardia from a ventricular, wide QRS tachycardia on a rhythm strip? The simplest initial approach is to look at the lead with the most ...
What's the source of the unusual electrocardiogram (ECG) findings in a patient presenting with dizziness and limb weakness? That's the mystery posed in a recent case report. The diagnostic challenge ...
What caused a patient in their 60s to develop intermittent heart palpitations and periodic weakness? At presentation to the emergency department, the patient said they had not had any significant ...