Pulmonary Embolism

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In case of a pulmonary embolism several clinical features may be present:[1]

"S1Q3T3"

  • Deep S in I
  • Q and negative T in III
  • T wave inversion anterior [2]

Pulmonary embolism cannot solely be diagnosed using an ECG, but it may be helpful.

  • ECG of a patiënt with pulmonary embolism

    ECG of a patiënt with pulmonary embolism

  • Another example of an ECG of a patiënt with pulmonary embolism. Note the tachycardia and right axis.

    Another example of an ECG of a patiënt with pulmonary embolism. Note the tachycardia and right axis.

  • An example of right ventricular hypertrophy (and right atrial enlargement) in a patient with chronic pulmonary hypertension due to peripheral embolisation.

    An example of right ventricular hypertrophy (and right atrial enlargement) in a patient with chronic pulmonary hypertension due to peripheral embolisation.

  • A 12 lead ECG of a patient with pulmonary embolism

    A 12 lead ECG of a patient with pulmonary embolism

References

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