Understanding Posterior STEMI: The Importance of a 15-Lead ECG
In this episode of Good Reads, we explore a case involving a 47-year-old male with chest pain and a complex 12-lead ECG that suggests a posterior myocardial infarction (MI). Learn how to detect the subtle reciprocal changes in the anterior leads and the importance of utilizing a 15-lead ECG (V7, V8, and V9) to accurately identify a posterior STEMI. We also discuss the significant role of ST segment depression and T wave inversion in making the correct diagnosis.