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Syncope While Driving. Activate the Cath Lab?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

The only alternative is old inferior MI with persistent ST-Elevation, or inferior aneurysm morphology. Inferior Aneurysm morphology is incredibly hard to differentiate from Acute OMI, but you should suspect it whenever there are well-formed inferior Q-waves. Unlike anterior aneurysm, a QS-wave is uncommon. Learning Points: 1.

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Abstract 4118882: Decompensated Heart Failure Secondary to a Non-Coronary Sinus of Valsalva to Right Atrium Fistula: A Case Report

Circulation

Introduction:Sinus of Valsalva aneurysm (SVA) accounts for 3.5% Her ejection fraction was 66% ejection fraction with a fistula between the right sinus of Valsalva and the right atrium on transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) which was also seen on transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE). of all congenital cardiac anomalies.

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Pulmonary edema, with tachycardia and OMI on the ECG -- what is going on?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

There are no Q-waves to suggest old inferior MI, or inferior aneurysm as the etiology of the ST Elevation. Case Continued The patient was discharged from the hospital with a plan for a scheduled coronary angiogram to assess the coronary arteries and the possibility of aortic valve replacement.