ECG Challenge: Is Heart Disease Causing This Man's Irregular Pulse?

Philip J. Podrid, MD

December 22, 2023

A 64-year-old man with a history of coronary artery disease, treated medically with a beta-blocker and a long-acting nitrate, presents to his cardiologist for a routine physical examination. His pulse is noted to be irregular and a 12-lead ECG is obtained.

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ECG Challenge: Is Heart Disease Causing This Man's Irregular Pulse?

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