Chronic hypertension electrocardiogram

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Overview

An electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) is performed to evaluate for the presence of left ventricular hypertrophy or silent myocardial infarction.

Electrocardiographic Example

Shown below is an EKG showing left ventricular enlargement.