Severe Hypercalcemia Mimicking ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction
Abstract
The identification of ST-segment elevation on the electrocardiogram is an integral part of decision making in patients who present with suspected ischemia. Unfortunately, ST-segment elevation is nonspecific and may be caused by noncardiac causes such as electrolyte abnormalities. We present a case of ST-segment elevation secondary to hypercalcemia in a patient with metastatic cancer.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.14797/mdcj-10-3-193 | Journal eISSN: 1947-6108
Language: English
Page range: 193 - 197
Published on: Jul 1, 2014
Published by: Houston Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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© 2014 Robert C. Schutt, John Bibawy, Mina Elnemr, Amy L. Lehnert, David Putney, Anusha S. Thomas, Colin M. Barker, Craig M. Pratt, published by Houston Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center
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