An electrocardiogram, or ECG, is a standard test that records your heart’s electrical activity – offering a quick and painless way to identify irregular heart rhythms and other potential issues. But ...

Even if your ECG comes back normal, it doesn't always mean your heart is completely healthy. Dr. Chaitanya shares examples from his patients to explain why subtle heart issues can go unnoticed. "One ...

Detroit, MI - A new study has shown that, for patients with acute MI (AMI), a normal or nonspecific initial electrocardiogram does not always indicate that the patient will have a favorable hospital ...

At an electrophysiology meeting one would expect a lot of interest in the high-tech and cutting edge. Yet one constant I find at European meetings is the popularity of sports cardiology, a decidedly ...

CHICAGO (AP) _ Heart attack patients with normal EKGs may be in more danger than doctors realized. Unexpectedly high death rates were found in a study of hospitalized heart attack patients whose ...

Sarah Mitroff has worn many hats at CNET, including Senior Mobile Editor and Managing Editor of Health and Wellness. Currently, she is a freelance editor. Throughout her career, she's written about ...

An electrocardiogram, commonly called an ECG, is one of the most widely used tools for checking heart health. It records the electrical signals that control your heartbeat and can reveal problems such ...

Learning the art of ECG interpretation requires intellect, commitment, effort and — perhaps most importantly — an organized approach. I have spent thousands of hours (yes, thousands) looking at ...