Abstract

Culprit lesion identification in ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is often guided by electrocardiogram (ECG) changes. However, in the setting of multi-vessel coronary artery occlusion, this can be challenging. We describe an interesting case of dual territory STEMI with unanticipated ECG changes that bring forth the concept of ‘balanced ischaemia’. These seemingly bizarre findings are well explained using the fundamentals of electrocardiography reinstating its relevance in modern day cardiology.

Details

Title
‘Balanced ischaemia’ on ECG in dual territory STEMI
Author
Iswaree Devi Balakrishnan 1 ; Chee Yang Chin 1 ; Teo, Louis 1 ; Boon Yew Tan 1 ; Yeo, Khung Keong 1 

 Department of Cardiology, National Heart Centre, Singapore, Singapore 
Publication year
2018
Publication date
Aug 2018
Publisher
Oxford University Press
e-ISSN
20538855
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
3171359848
Copyright
© The Author(s) 2018. Published by Oxford University Press. This work is published under http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ (the “License”). Notwithstanding the ProQuest Terms and Conditions, you may use this content in accordance with the terms of the License.