Right Axis Deviation

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Weekly Workout September 9, 2024
When ST Elevation Isn’t What It Seems

A 30-year-old man with a history of coronary artery disease and heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) presents to the emergency department with acute chest pain and shortness of…

Weekly Workout August 26, 2024
Navigating a Very Abnormal QRS Axis with a Stepwise Approach

A 44-year-old woman presents to the emergency department with vague complaints about shortness of breath. The following ECG is obtained at triage and brought to you for interpretation:

ECG STAT April 11, 2024
Right Axis Deviation + STE DDx

Key Points RAD + ST-Segment Elevation: When you encounter right axis deviation (RAD) combined with ST-segment elevation (STE) on an ECG, it’s crucial to consider differential diagnoses beyond STEMI, as…

ECG STAT April 11, 2024
Right Axis Deviation Basics

Key Points Definition: Right Axis Deviation (RAD) occurs when the QRS axis on an ECG is shifted rightward, typically between +90° and +180°. Common Causes: RAD is commonly associated with…

Weekly Workout April 8, 2024
Interesting Cases from UMMC, Part II

A 58-year-old man presents to the emergency department with acute chest pain and shortness of breath. The following ECG is obtained:

Weekly Workout July 31, 2023
STAT ECG Diagnoses: recognition of life threatening ECG patterns before sudden cardiac arrest

A 73-year-old woman with past medical history of diabetes mellitus and atrial fibrillation is brought to the emergency department for mild hematemesis. The following ECG is obtained, and the patient…

Weekly Workout July 24, 2023
Differential Diagnoses: must know causes of right axis deviation and wide QRS complexes

A 30-year-old man is pulled over by police for speeding. He begins feeling nauseous and has multiple episodes of vomiting. During transport to the emergency department by EMS he is…

Weekly Workout June 19, 2023
STAT ECG Diagnoses: right ventricular hypertrophy criteria, electrical alternans vs. respiratory variation, and much more

An ill appearing patient arrives to the emergency department in extremis and history is limited. The following ECG is obtained:

Weekly Workout March 13, 2023
UMEM cases that highlight the right way to think about new right axis deviation and much more!

An 87-year-old man is brought to the emergency department by EMS with acute chest pain. The following ECG is obtained on arrival:

Weekly Workout February 20, 2023
Must know ECGs you will see on board exams and have to recognize in real life

A 34-year-old man is brought to the emergency department with delirium and agitation. The following ECG is obtained:

Weekly Workout November 20, 2022
Potpourri of cases: generic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia vs. torsades de pointes, regularized atrial fibrillation, and much more!

A 60-year-old man presents to the emergency department with generalized weakness and intermittent palpitations. Vital signs are normal on arrival. The following ECG is obtained during an episode of palpitations:

Weekly Workout October 9, 2022
Bradydysrhythmia: An irregular rhythm with grouped or clumped beats

 A 75-year-old woman presents to the emergency department with palpitations and near syncope. She is noted to be bradycardic with an irregular rhythm. The following ECG is obtained on arrival:

Weekly Workout September 25, 2022
Bradydysrhythmia: when is it actually considered a complete heart block?

A 52-year-old man presents to the emergency department with chest pain associated with nausea and diaphoresis. The following ECG is obtained on arrival:

Weekly Workout September 18, 2022
STAT ECG Diagnoses: causes of right axis deviation, and evaluation of ST segments in patient with right bundle branch block (RBBB)

An 80-year-old man presents to an emergency department in Chile with chest pain radiating to the right shoulder and back. The following ECG is obtained on arrival and computer interpreted…

Weekly Workout April 26, 2021
STAT ECG Diagnoses: the right way to think about right axis deviation

A 91-year-old woman with PMHx of HTN, aortic stenosis, and dementia is brought to the ED by EMS after a syncopal episode when walking to the bathroom. Vital signs are…

Weekly Workout January 18, 2021
Differential Diagnoses: important considerations in patients with new onset seizures or altered mental status, must know diagnoses in the emergency department

A 40-year-old man is brought into the ED after being found in the street and noted to have intermittent seizures. He is tachycardic, hypertensive, and febrile. The following ECG was…

Weekly Workout April 6, 2020
ECG Basics and Fundamentals: right axis deviation differential and ST segment elevation in rightward leads

A 48-year-old woman presents to the ED with chest pain and near syncope. The following ECG is obtained:

Weekly Workout February 24, 2020
STAT ECG Diagnoses: how to use ECG differentials to clinc the diagnosis in patients who are altered and can not provide a reliable history

A 50-year-old woman is found unconscious by a family member this morning. She was last known normal yesterday afternoon. On arrival to the ED she is minimally responsive and only…

Weekly Workout July 1, 2019
2019 ECG Competition Answers (Part 2/3)

This week we review the answers to questions 7-11, & 13 from the 7th Annual UMEM Residency ECG Competition. Make sure to attempt to answer the questions before clicking the red…

Weekly Workout April 15, 2019
ECG Basics & Fundamentals: ECG findings of dextrocardia

A 22-year-old woman presents to the emergency department with atypical chest pain. Her vital signs are normal. The following ECG is obtained:

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