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An [[electrocardiogram]] (EKG/ECG) is performed to evaluate for the presence of [[left ventricular hypertrophy]] or [[silent myocardial infarction]]. | An [[electrocardiogram]] (EKG/ECG) is performed to evaluate for the presence of [[left ventricular hypertrophy]] or [[silent myocardial infarction]]. | ||
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Shown below is an EKG showing left ventricular enlargement. Note the large voltage in leads I, L and V<sub>5</sub> and v<sub>6</sub>. | Shown below is an EKG showing left ventricular enlargement. Note the large voltage in leads I, L and V<sub>5</sub> and v<sub>6</sub>. | ||
[[File:LVH.png|center|500px]] | [[File:LVH.png|center|500px]] | ||
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Overview
An electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) is performed to evaluate for the presence of left ventricular hypertrophy or silent myocardial infarction.
Electrocardiogram
Shown below is an EKG showing left ventricular enlargement. Note the large voltage in leads I, L and V5 and v6.
