Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The ECG shows sinus tachycardia with RBBB and LAFB, without clear additional superimposed signs of ischemia. Hopefully a repeat echocardiogram will be performed outpatient. The Initial ECG in Today's Case: As per Dr. Meyers — the initial ECG in today's case shows sinus tachycardia with bifascicular block ( = RBBB/LAHB ).

Tachycardia 115

Tachycardia Dysrhythmia Atrial Fibrillation Bradycardia 115

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JULY 12, 2020

She was diagnosed with pericarditis and spent one day in the hospital without events. Much more classic findings of pericarditis. 1 week later (about 1 week prior to the tamponade visit) she had a follow up outpatient visit and this ECG was recorded: Appears to show resolving findings. mm STE depression in aVL.

Pericarditis 40

Pericarditis Hospital Ultrasound Blood Pressure 40

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Dyspnea, Chest pain, Tachypneic, Ill appearing: Bedside Cardiac Echo gives the Diagnosis 31 Year Old Male with RUQ Pain and a History of Pericarditis. Tachycardia , especially in association with rapid AFib — is notorious for producing transient ST elevation not due to acute infarction ( that often resolves once heart rate slows ).

Cardiac Arrest 52

Cardiac Arrest Chest Pain Embolism Pulmonary 52