EKG Accuracy

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goldenhome11

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Posted 8/13/2010 7:18 AM (GMT -7)

How accurate would an EKG Be? What variables can affect the accuracy of an EKG?

stkitt

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Posted 8/15/2010 4:35 PM (GMT -7)

It is important to remember that EKGs are not 100% accurate. Normal recordings can be obtained in patients with significant heart disease, or some "abnormalities" may exist in the presence of a normal heart.

HalfHeartMedic

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Posted 5/8/2011 7:40 AM (GMT -7)

EKG's are fairly accurate in record the electrophysiology in the heart, but it has NOTHING to do with your structural or vascular health, although it can be a clue as to their health.

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