Literature Review: Shark Fin or “Triangular” ST segment morphology
Emergency Cardiology Literature Review & Updates with Dr. Amal Mattu
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A 61-year-old male is brought to the ED with acute substernal chest pain and diaphoresis. The following ECG is obtained:
Before watching the video, ask yourself:
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- What is your differential for the “shark fin” morphology of the waveforms seen?
- Would you empirically treat this patient for suspected hyperkalemia?
- Would you activate the cath lab?