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Simultaneous Takotsubo syndrome and spontaneous coronary artery dissection: a case report

The British Journal of Cardiology

The electrocardiogram (ECG) revealed T-wave inversions on precordial leads. Transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) findings were consistent with Takotsubo syndrome, accompanied by mild left ventricular dysfunction. Her blood analyses demonstrated elevation of myocardial necrosis markers (peak of troponin I of 3.4

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Top 10 Cardiac Diagnosis Trends in 2024

GEMMS

In this article, we will explore the top 10 trends shaping the future of cardiovascular medicine, highlighting the innovative technologies and approaches that are revolutionizing the field. Traditional tools like stethoscopes, blood pressure gauges, and electrocardiograms (ECG) are fundamental for standard diagnostic practices.

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This ECG was interpreted as completely NORMAL by the computer: What about it is THE critical finding??

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Formal Echocardiogram: The estimated left ventricular ejection fraction is 58 %. Regional wall motion abnormality-distal septum anterior and apex Today, shortly after this case presented, I received in my inbasket from Journal Feed this article which promotes the idea that "normal" ECGs by computer do not need to be overread by a physician.

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What if your system adopted the recommendation that a computer "normal" ECG need not be shown to the doctor?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Many systems now refrain from showing computer "normal" ECGs to the busy emergency physicians at triage because of very poorly conceived articles that say that if the computer algorithm says "normal," the emergency physician should not be bothered. Formal echocardiogram: Systolic function is at the lower limits of normal.

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Hyperthermia and ST Elevation

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

The article is edited by Smith. A formal echocardiogram was completed the next day and again showed a normal ejection fraction without any focal wall motion abnormalities to suggest CAD. Induced Brugada-type electrocardiogram, a sign for imminent malignant arrhythmias. This was submitted by Alexandra Schick.

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Emergency Department Syncope Workup: After H and P, ECG is the Only Test Required for Every Patient.

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Abnormal Electrocardiogram (ECG): Defined (San Fran syncope rule) as any new changes when compared to the last ECG or presence of non-sinus rhythm. Annotated Bibliography For an excellent overview of ED Syncope management , see this article by Kessler C et al. starts at end of article on p. Commentary by Heidenreich PA.