The "incidental" episode of ventricular fibrillation: a case report

Authors

Fahim H. Jafary, Aga Khan University

Document Type

Report

Department

Cardiology

Abstract

Polymorphic ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation (VF) carry important prognostic implications, especially in the post myocardial infarction period. However, artifact on the electrocardiographic tracing can mimic VF particularly on routinely recorded rhythm strips in hospitals. Such misinterpretation can lead to expensive (and potentially risky) diagnostic and therapeutic steps. We report on such a case and highlight the need for careful inspection of the tracing.

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Publication (Name of Journal)

Journal of Medical Case Reports

Recommended Citation

Jafary, F. H. (2007). The "incidental" episode of ventricular fibrillation: a case report. Journal of Medical Case Reports, 1, 72.
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