Key Points Definition: Accelerated idioventricular rhythm (AIVR) is a relatively benign arrhythmia that often occurs during reperfusion after myocardial infarction (MI), mimicking ventricular tachycardia (VT). Rate Distinction: Unlike true VT,…
A 50-year-old man presents to the ED with ischemic chest pain concerning for acute MI. During his work up and observation, he clinically improves but is noted to have a…
An 86-year-old man presents to the ED with substernal chest pressure, diaphoresis, and vomiting. The following ECG is obtained: