Electrocardiogram (ECG) is one part of the complex process of diagnosing pulmonary embolism. We review what your ECG can tell you about your condition.

The most common ECG finding in the setting of a pulmonary embolism is sinus tachycardia. However, the “S1Q3T3” pattern of acute cor pulmonale is classic; this is termed the McGinn-White Sign ...

Additional imaging was ordered based on the patient’s medical history, findings from the physical examination, and ECG results. A chest radiograph reveals cardiomegaly and pulmonary congestion ...

During the assessment of ECG data, researchers reported that 60 patients (40%) had right axis deviation, and 30 patients (20%) had signs of right ventricular hypertrophy, totaling 90 patients with ...

His physical examination demonstrates bilateral peripheral edema in the knees. Lung examination demonstrates bibasilar rales. He begins intravenous furosemide and is admitted to the hospital for ...