Common errors in ECG diagnosis of coronary artery disease
Bhatia, V.; Kaul, U.
Journal of the Association of Physicians of India 55 Suppl: 7-9
2007
ISSN/ISBN: 0004-5772 PMID: 18376490 Document Number: 610150
A variety of clinical conditions not associated with ischemic heart disease can have ECG features mimicking those of ischemic etiology. Some of these entities are: ventricular hypertrophy, intraventricular conduction defects, pre-excitation syndrome, pericarditis, electrolyte disturbances, etc. This can lead to erroneous diagnosis and uncalled for hazardous treatment. A careful comprehensive evaluation with in depth analysis of the ECG can overcome such errors. We have reviewed some of these conditions and elaborated upon the differentiating features.
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