Note: The ECG changes with pericarditis must be distinguished from those of early repolarization. The ST segment elevation seen in early repolarization is very similar ― diffuse and concave upward.
Therapy may accelerate or alter ECG changes progression. Sustained arrhythmias are uncommon in the absence of a significant myocardial involvement or concomitant heart disease. [12] ...
PR segment depression can be from acute pericarditis or an atrial infarction. Diffuse T wave inversion is stage III of the ECG changes in pericarditis. Pericarditis can be distinguished from early ...
ECG changes in athletes are common and usually reflect the electrical and structural remodelling or autonomic nervous system adaptations that occur as a consequence of regular and sustained physical ...
The clinical diagnosis of acute pericarditis is based on simple criteria ... elevated markers of inflammation and ECG changes or pericardial effusion). Chronic cases are manifested by the ...