Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

MAY 20, 2024

A 63 year old man with a history of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, prediabetes, and a family history of CAD developed chest pain, shortness of breath, and diaphoresis after consuming a large meal at noon. He called EMS, who arrived on scene about two hours after the onset of pain to find him hypertensive at 220 systolic.

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Circulation: Genomic and Precision Medicine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Background:Patients with de novo chest pain, referred for evaluation of possible coronary artery disease (CAD), frequently have an absence of CAD resulting in millions of tests not having any clinical impact. Circulation: Genomic and Precision Medicine, Volume 16, Issue 5 , Page 442-451, October 1, 2023.

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The British Journal of Cardiology

MARCH 7, 2024

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) advise against routine testing for coronary artery disease (CAD) in patients with non-anginal chest pain (NACP). Cardiovascular risk factors were compared between the groups. Over 23 months, 866 patients with NACP underwent CTCA. We found 11.5%

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

APRIL 29, 2023

A 50-something with no previous cardiac history and no risk factors presented to the ED with acute chest pain (pressure) that radiated to the left arm. The Scenario in Today's Case: We are told that the patient in today's case noted a reduction in chest pain at the time ECG #2 was recorded.

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Heart BMJ

MARCH 12, 2024

Objective Growth differentiation factor-15 (GDF-15) is a predictor of death and cardiovascular events when measured during index hospitalisation in patients with acute chest pain. p<0.001), independently of traditional risk factors and baseline troponin T. 95% CI: 1.4 95% CI: 1.4

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

APRIL 9, 2023

Submitted by Ali Khan MD and James Mantas MD, MS, written by Pendell Meyers A man in his 50s with history of diabetes, hypertension, and tobacco use presented to the ED with 24 hours of worsening left sided chest pain radiating to the back, characterized as squeezing and pinching, associated with shortness of breath.

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Open Heart

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Objective Prehospital rule-out of non-ST-segment elevation acute coronary syndrome (NSTE-ACS) in low-risk patient with a point-of-care troponin measurement reduces healthcare costs with similar safety to standard transfer to the hospital. Low-risk patients (HEAR score ≤3) were included.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2021

Submitted by Benjamin Garbus, MD with edits by Bracey, Meyers, and Smith A man in his early 30s presented to the ED with chest pain described as an “explosion" of left chest pressure. Pain largely resolved prior to EMS arrival but completely subsided after prehospital NTG and aspirin. Triage EKG: What do you think?

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Open Heart

AUGUST 25, 2024

Background Patients with low HEART (History, Electrocardiogram, Age, Risk factors, and Troponin level) risk scores who are discharged from the emergency department (ED) may present clinical challenges and diagnostic dilemmas. The use of downstream non-invasive stress imaging (NISI) tests in this population remains uncertain.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JULY 31, 2013

A 20-something male presented from an outside facility with Chest pain. No thromboembolism risks, not pleuritic, no radiation to the back. No cardiac risk factors, no cocaine use. Vital signs were normal. History: Onset of CP 2.5 hours prior to ED arrival. Tight and pressure, radiates to right arm, + nausea, + SOB.

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Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

IntroductionPatients with cognitive impairment often have a history of cardiovascular disease (CVD) or multiple cardiovascular risk factors (CRFs) such as hypertension, obesity, and hypercholesterolemia. The literature reports that CVD with CRFs may increase the risk of developing vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease.

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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

JANUARY 14, 2024

Results Patients with diabetes had significantly less frequent typical pain symptoms, including typical chest pain. Conclusions Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a risk factor not only for the development of AMI, but is also associated with an adverse outcome after AMI.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

On the second morning of his admission, he developed 10/10 chest pain and some diaphoresis after breakfast. The patient was given opiates which improved his chest pain to 7/10. The consulting cardiologist wrote in their note: “Could be cardiac chest pain. She is usually incredibly good at recognizing them!

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CTVS

JANUARY 25, 2024

Because its symptoms are commonly associated with so many other conditions, like a cough and chest pain, lung cancer can be hard to diagnose. At CTVS, we are proponents of early screening for lung cancer, especially if you have certain risk factors such as… Source

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DAIC

JANUARY 25, 2024

More than 8 million Americans visit hospital emergency departments experiencing chest pain every year. “In the future, patients with coronary inflammation can be identified by the CaRi-Heart technology and treated by our FDA -approved LODOCO 0.5 mg tablets.”

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

JANUARY 30, 2024

Risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, and inactivity are important because the longer you are exposed to them, the higher the odds you will develop coronary artery disease sooner in life. And, by extension, have a higher risk of a heart attack. But not everyone with risk factors develops early heart disease.

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Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Genetic protein S (PS) deficiency caused by PROS1 gene mutation is an important risk factor for hereditary thrombophilia.Case introductionIn this case, we report a 28-year-old male patient who developed a severe pulmonary embolism during his visit. The patient had experienced one month of chest pains, coughing and hemoptysis symptoms.

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Dr. Anish Koka

MAY 16, 2023

This means that at every age, the probability a man complaining of chest pain has significant underlying coronary disease as a cause of this chest pain is much higher than a woman complaining of chest pain. Women also had more cardiovascular risk factors, including hypertension (66.6%

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Open Heart

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

years; 1261 (66.6%) women) who presented with chest pain and non-obstructive CAD (angiographic stenosis <50%); coronary vasoreactivity was assessed in the mid-left anterior descending artery. Furthermore, among patients with low aortic PP, CMEID was an independent risk factor for all-cause mortality (HR 2.04, 95% CI 1.01

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DAIC

MARCH 1, 2024

After the AI model reviewed patterns in electrocardiogram readings as well as patient characteristics, investigators were able to determine risk factors for both types of sudden cardiac arrest.

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Heart BMJ

JANUARY 29, 2024

Likelihood of CAD can be estimated based on symptoms and risk factors, and an abnormal ECG may also be helpful. Patients with moderate/high probability of CAD are usually referred for further tests including angiography (CT or invasive) or isotope-based myocardial perfusion scans.

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DAIC

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In some people, AFib causes heart palpitations, lightheadedness, shortness of breath and chest pain. However, diagnosing AFib can be tricky because many with the condition only have occasional bouts of the irregular heartbeat, or few symptoms. From each ECG, the model used one day of data which contained no AFib.

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DAIC

APRIL 11, 2024

At two years, people who underwent preventive PCI were 89% less likely to experience the composite primary endpoint of cardiac death, heart attack in the target vessel, revascularization due to ischemia in the target vessel or hospitalization for unstable or progressive chest pain compared with people who received medications alone.

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MIBHS

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Women often experience heart disease differently than men, with risk factors and symptoms that can be easily overlooked or misinterpreted. While men often report crushing chest pain as the most prominent symptom, women might experience subtler symptoms like shortness of breath, nausea, or back pain.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2024

He reported typical chest pain since 4H AM and arrived at our ED at 10h with ongoing chest pain. You must record frequent serial ECGs for patients with chest pain. By definition — this worrisome history immediately places this patient in a higher -risk likelihood for having an acute event.

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Wellnest

MARCH 12, 2023

Chest pain and discomfort, shortness of breath, exhaustion, lightheadedness, vertigo, ankle or leg oedema, and irregular pulse are some early warning signs of heart disease that are frequently experienced. Headaches Headaches might signify heart disease when accompanied by additional symptoms like shortness of breath or chest pain.

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GEMMS

JUNE 25, 2024

Understanding Cardiovascular Disease in Women Understanding cardiovascular disease in women involves recognizing unique risk factors such as hormonal changes and pregnancy-related complications, necessitating proactive care and awareness to manage and prevent heart disease effectively.

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Heart BMJ

MAY 23, 2024

Methods We conducted a subgroup analysis of adult emergency department patients with chest pain prospectively enrolled from eight US sites (January 2017 to September 2018). Patients had 0-hour and 1-hour hs-cTnT measures (Roche Diagnostics) and a History, ECG, Age, Risk factor and Troponin (HEART) score.

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AMS Cardiology

AUGUST 15, 2023

Understanding the risk factors, recognizing the signs and seeking guidance from a cardiologist can play a significant role in preventing and treating this disease. Identifying Those at Risk for Heart Disease Heart disease describes a range of disorders that affect the cardiovascular system and the heart.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JULY 22, 2023

He denied chest pain or shortness of breath. In the clinical context of weakness and fever, without chest pain or shortness of breath, the likelihood of Brugada pattern is obviously much higher. Today's patient presented with acute weakness, syncope and fever, but no chest pain or shortness of breath.

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MIBHS

JULY 31, 2024

Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms When under constant stress, many people turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms like overeating, smoking, or excessive alcohol consumption – habits that can further exacerbate cardiovascular issues by contributing to obesity, high blood pressure, and other risk factors.

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Ken Grauer, MD

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

As discussed in detail in ECG Blog #228 — this seemingly qualifies as a “ Silent ” MI ( Approximately half of those MIs not accompanied by CP — have some other associated symptom such as syncope, which substitutes as a “chest pain equivalent” ). Longterm prognosis of patients with MINOCA clearly depends on the underlying etiology.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Written by Pendell Meyers A man in his late 40s with several ACS risk factors presented with a chief complaint of chest pain. Several hours prior to presentation, while driving his truck, he started experiencing new central chest pain, without radiation, aggravating/alleviating factors, or other associated symptoms.

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MIBHS

JUNE 28, 2024

Minimize your intake of processed foods, sugary snacks, and foods high in saturated and trans fats, as these can contribute to heart disease risk factors such as high cholesterol and hypertension. By reducing stress levels, you can lower your risk of heart disease and improve overall cardiac health.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

AUGUST 26, 2019

She did not report any chest pain or pressure. She was brought to the Emergency Department and this ECG was recorded while she was still feeling nauseous but denied chest pain, shortness of breath, or other symptoms: What do you think? A male in his 60s with chest pain A Male in his 60s with Chest pain.

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Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Risk factors such as smoking, chronic kidney disease, and aging can contribute to plaque formation. The gradual loss of elasticity in arterial walls and the presence of other risk factors, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, contribute to the increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) observed in aging populations.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

A 39 yo otherwise healthy man with no risk factors was walking at the mall when he developed chest pressure. However, if you notice the ST depression, you then realize that this is ischemic chest pain, not esophageal spasm. He presented to the ED after 30 minutes, now also feeling weak. He was diaphoretic.

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