Question 26.3
Question 26.3
Examine the ECG shown below.
1. Describe the ECG as shown.
2. Which coronary artery territory may be involved in the pathophysiology of this case?
College Answer
1 Sinus rhythm of 92 bpm. ST elevation of >2mm in II, III AVF and V5,6 with reciprocal changes in V1 and AVR. Consistent with myocardial infarction .
2 Right coronary artery territory or LCx if dominant left system.
Discussion
The localisation of coronary artery territories on the ECG is discussed elsewhere.
To simplify revision, here they are:
References
Zimetbaum, Peter J., and Mark E. Josephson. "Use of the electrocardiogram in acute myocardial infarction." New England Journal of Medicine 348.10 (2003): 933-940.