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Electrocardiographical case. A man found unconscious.

Authors :
Tan C
Pillai S
Manning PG
Source :
Singapore medical journal [Singapore Med J] 2006 Aug; Vol. 47 (8), pp. 730-4; quiz 735.
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

A 25-year-old man was brought to the emergency room after being found unconscious. Electrocardiography (ECG) showed changes classical of tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) poisoning. These included sinus tachycardia, QTc prolongation, QRS complex widening, right axis deviation and positive R waves in lead aVR. This unique ECG highlights the importance of lead aVR, which often tends to be ignored. Treatment is started based on ECG findings.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0037-5675
Volume :
47
Issue :
8
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Singapore medical journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
16865219