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Why relying only on a normal ECG might put your heart at risk: Here’s what tests you should take next

An electrocardiogram, commonly called an ECG, is one of the most widely used tools for checking heart health. It records the electrical signals that control your heartbeat and can reveal problems such ...
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A Normal ECG Doesn’t Guarantee Heart Health, Warns Doctor; How to Detect Hidden Problems Early

An electrocardiogram, or ECG, is a standard test that records your heart’s electrical activity – offering a quick and painless way to identify irregular heart rhythms and other potential issues. But ...
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ECG Challenge: A Post–Cardiac Arrest Pattern

The correct diagnosis is normal sinus rhythm, Osborn waves, also called J waves (Figure 2). The rhythm is regular at a rate of 60 bpm. There is a P wave before each QRS complex (+) with a stable PR ...
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Positive ECG, negative echocardiography may identify patients with elevated cardiac risk

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Patients with positive ECG results and normal stress echocardiography had a slightly increased risk for adverse ...
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Mandatory ECG screening identifies student-athletes at risk for sudden cardiac arrest

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . After a school district mandated ECGs for all students wishing to participate in sports, the screenings ...