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STEMI Mimics: Elevation mnemonic

STEMI Mimics: Elevation mnemonic

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In this episode, we tackle STEMI mimics—conditions that mimic ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction on an EKG but aren’t always a heart attack.


Why’s it critical? Because ST elevation doesn’t always mean STEMI, and misdiagnosis can waste time or miss critical conditions.


ELEVATION


Electrolytes (Hyperkalemia),

Left Bundle Branch Block,

Early Repolarization,

Ventricular Hypertrophy (Left),

Aneurysm (Ventricular),

Thailand (Brugada Syndrome),

Inflammation (Pericarditis),

Osborn J Wave,

Non-Ischemic Vasospasm


We use the ELEVATION mnemonic to guide you through each mimic with clear explanations, repeated key points, and rapid-fire quizzes to lock in your recall.

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