Diagnostic tests for coronary artery diseases resident survival guide: Difference between revisions
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|Exercise EKG ||Initial test for suspected [[CAD]]|| Information regarding functional capacity, <br> and hemodynamic changes to exercise || Contraindicated with baseline EKG abnormalities i.e. [[LVH]] <br> | |Exercise EKG ||Initial test for suspected [[CAD]]|| Information regarding functional capacity, <br> and hemodynamic changes to exercise || Contraindicated with baseline EKG abnormalities i.e. [[LVH]] , <br> [[LBBB]], > 1mm ST depression, [[WPW]], [[paced rhythm]] | ||
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Revision as of 00:44, 30 November 2013
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor-In-Chief:; Priyamvada Singh, M.D. [2]
Definition
Causes
Life Threatening Causes
Common Causes
Management
| Test | Indications | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise EKG | Initial test for suspected CAD | Information regarding functional capacity, and hemodynamic changes to exercise |
Contraindicated with baseline EKG abnormalities i.e. LVH , LBBB, > 1mm ST depression, WPW, paced rhythm |