ECG interpretation and commentary

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Samir Rafla*
Ahmed Mokhtar
Amr Kamal

Abstract

This is demonstration of selected ECGs for learning or for exams; guided by lessons from great teachers as Prof. Hein Wellens MD. Here we provide advanced examples with comment and analysis.

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Rafla, S., Mokhtar, A., & Kamal, A. (2020). ECG interpretation and commentary. Journal of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine, 5(1), 034–041. https://doi.org/10.29328/journal.jccm.1001083
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