Pericarditis, or inflammation of the pericardium, has typical ECG findings. These findings occur in progressive stages, all of which are seen in about 50% of cases of pericarditis. Stage I (acute ...

While this is thought to be a benign finding, it needs to be distinguished from pathologic ST elevation that can be seen during acute myocardial infarction and pericarditis. Note: The ECG changes ...