Abstract
In summary, the hyperacute phase of RV infarction presents three possible patterns on the surface ECG (Fig. 3): (1) the typical repolarization picture of hyperacute myocardial infarction, with slope elevation of the ST segment and tall T waves; (2) rounded elevation of the ST segment, where the typical changes are 'damped' by negative or posterolaterally directed, LV repolarizing forces; and (3) ST elevation concave upward in the right chest leads, where anteriorly directed, underlying left ventricular ST segment and T wave vectors enhance the hyperacute picture.
Original language | English |
---|---|
Pages (from-to) | 682-684 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Heart and Lung: Journal of Acute and Critical Care |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 6 |
State | Published - 1984 |
Externally published | Yes |