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Acute chest pain, right bundle branch block, no STEMI criteria, and negative initial troponin.

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The paramedic called the EM physician ahead of arrival and discussed the case and ECGs, and both agreed upon activating "Code STEMI" (even though of course it is not STEMI by definition), so that the acute LAD occlusion could be treated as fast as possible. So the cath lab was activated. Long term outcome is unavailable.

Chest Pain

Chest Pain STEMI Cardiogenic Shock Heart Failure

What are treatment options for this rhythm, when all else fails?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JULY 21, 2024

The ECG shows obvious STEMI(+) OMI due to probable proximal LAD occlusion. The patient in today’s case presented in cardiogenic shock from proximal LAD occlusion, in conjunction with a subtotally stenosed LMCA. Cardiac function is poor, with akinesis of the LAD territory. The below ECG was recorded.

Arrhythmia

Arrhythmia Cardiogenic Shock Bradycardia Defibrillator

Cardiovascular Update

Acute chest pain, right bundle branch block, no STEMI criteria, and negative initial troponin.

What are treatment options for this rhythm, when all else fails?

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