Coronary Artery Disease Flashcards
1
Q
Key ECG findings indicative of posterior STEMI
A
R wave with upright T wave in V1, ST depressions in V1-V3; (often accompanied by lateral or inferior infarct)
2
Q
Should exercise stress MPI be performed in patients with LBBB?
A
No, due to high rate of false-positives
3
Q
Define metabolic syndrome
A
Three of the following five:
1. Abdominal obesity: Waist circumference 88 or above in women or 102 or above in men
2. TGs > 175mg/dL
3. Low HDL (<40 for men, <50 for women)
4. Elevated BP
5. Elevated fasting glucose >100
