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ECG Interpretation

Systematic step-by-step analysis. Complete each section then generate a structured summary.

1 Heart Rate

Choose your calculation method:

2 Rhythm
3 PR Interval
4 QRS Complex
5 Axis
6 ST Segment & T Waves

ECG Interpretation Summary

This is a decision-support summary only. Confirm all findings with clinical context and senior clinician review where appropriate.

Normal Intervals

PR interval120–200 ms
QRS duration< 120 ms
QT (heart rate dependent)Varies
QTc ♂< 440 ms
QTc ♀< 450 ms
ST elevation (limb)< 1 mm

Rate Interpretation

<60 bpm — Bradycardia
60–100 bpm — Normal
101–150 bpm — Tachycardia
150–250 bpm — Rapid tachycardia
>250 bpm — Flutter / VF threshold

STEMI Criteria

≥1 mm ST elevation in ≥2 contiguous limb leads

≥2 mm ST elevation in ≥2 contiguous precordial leads (men)

≥1.5 mm in V2-V3 (women)

New LBBB + ischaemic symptoms = treat as STEMI equivalent

Territory — Leads:

Inferior: II, III, aVF

Anterior: V1–V4

Lateral: I, aVL, V5–V6

Posterior: tall R + ST dep in V1–V2

RV: ST elevation in V4R

Disclaimer: This tool is a systematic guide only. ECG interpretation requires clinical context. Always refer to senior clinician or medical control for STEMI activation decisions.