ECG Basics and Fundamentals: the basics of left bundle branch block (LBBB) and how to diagnose acute coronary occlusion myocardial infarction in these patients
ECG Weekly Workout with Dr. Amal Mattu
HPI
A 65-year-old man presents to the ED with chest pain and diaphoresis concerning for an acute coronary syndrome. The following ECG is obtained:
Before watching the video, look closely at this ECG and ask yourself these questions:
- What conduction abnormalities do you notice?
- What is the significance of the ST segment abnormalities seen?
- Is this ECG concerning for occlusion MI?
- Would you activate the cath lab?