Description
Book SynopsisAn ECG, or electrocardiogram, is a simple test that records the rhythm and electrical activity of the heart. It is commonly used to detect abnormal heart rhythms and investigate the cause of chest pains. It is important for clinicians to recognise and interpret ECG patterns accurately to ensure correct diagnosis and effective treatment.
The sixth edition of ECG Made Easy has been fully revised to provide trainees and clinicians with the latest advances in the field.
Beginning with an overview of ECG terms, leads and normal values, the following sections present numerous abnormal ECG readings and the resulting diagnoses. The book concludes with interesting cases diagnosed with ECG as well as instruction on how to effectively report ECG findings.
This updated edition includes a new chapter covering the use of ECG in a patient fitted with a pacemaker.
Each chapter features illustrative diagrams, graphs and tables. The book includes online access to supplementary videos detailing the basics of electrocardiography.
Key Points
- Fully revised, new edition presenting latest advances in ECG
- Features new chapter on ECG with a pacemaker
- Includes online access to supplementary videos on ECG techniques
- Previous edition (9789386150219) published in 2016
Table of Contents
- Nomenclature of ECG Deflections
- Electrocardiographic Leads
- Electrocardiography Grid and Normal Values
- Determination of Electrical Axis
- Determination of Heart Rate
- Abnormalities of the P Wave
- Abnormalities of QRS Complex
- Abnormalities of the T Wave
- Abnormalities of the U Wave
- Abnormalities of PR Segment
- Abnormalities of ST Segment
- Abnormalities of PR Interval
- Abnormalities of QT Interval
- Premature Beats in Regular Rhythm
- Pauses during Regular Rhythm
- Fast Regular Rhythm with Narrow QRS
- Normal Regular Rhythm with Narrow QRS
- Fast Irregular Rhythm with Narrow QRS
- Fast Regular Rhythm with Wide QRS
- Normal Regular Rhythm with Wide QRS
- Fast Irregular Rhythm with Bizarre QRS
- Slow Regular Rhythm with Narrow QRS
- Slow Irregular Rhythm with Narrow QRS
- Slow Regular Rhythm with Wide QRS
- ECG in Patient on Pacemaker
- Interesting Cases Diagnosed by ECG
- How to Report an ECG
- ECG Findings in Specific Situations
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