Electrocardiogram
An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG, abbreviated from the German Elektrokardiogramm) is a graphic produced by an electrocardiograph, which records the electrical voltage in the heart in the form of a continuous strip graph. It is the prime tool in cardiac electrophysiology, and has a prime function in screening and diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases.
See also
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
- Electroencephalography
- Electroretinography
- Cardiac arrest
- Holter monitor
- Heart rate monitor
- SCP-ECG
- Cardiac cycle
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| ► | Introduction |
| ► | Uses |
| ► | Lead placement |
| ► | The normal ECG |
| ► | ECG measures |
| ► | History |
| ► | Representation in culture |
| ► | References |
| ► | See also |
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