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An undergraduate who is an EKG tech sees something. The computer calls it completely normal. How about the physicians?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

The scan also showed “scattered coronary artery plaques”. __ Smith comment 1 : the appropriate management at this point is to lower the blood pressure (lower afterload, which increases myocardial oxygen demand). If it is angina, lowering the BP with IV Nitroglycerine may completely alleviate the pain and the (unseen) ECG ischemia.

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A 50-something with Regular Wide Complex Tachycardia: What to do if electrical cardioversion does not work?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Pads were placed with ultrasound guidance, so they were in the correct position. Cardiology was consulted and the patient underwent coronary angiogram which showed diffuse severe three-vessel disease. Episodes of angina over past couple of months had been progressive. However, this is not SVT. Shocked x 2 without effect.