61 year old presents to the ED with chest pain radiating to his shoulder What is the diagnosis?
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Why is this not Benign Early Repolarization?
The differentiation of benign ST elevations (BER) and Anterior STEMI can be difficult. There are a number of characteristics which are suggestive of BER vs. STEMI. Make sure to examine for other ischemic changes. Our job is to exclude MI and BER should be diagnosis of exclusion. Some features suggestive of each in below table. Learn more
Consider using the Subtle Anterior STEMI calculator in cases where you are concerned, but the EKG may be difficult to decipher
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