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Chest Pain: What’s the Best Test?

Mayo Clinic Talks

CHAPTER

The Importance of Resting ECG for Evaluating Chest Pain

This chapter discusses the significance of obtaining a resting ECG for individuals with chest pain, as it can help determine the cause of the pain and guide further diagnostic tests. It explains that a normal ECG reassures normal heart function and screens for conditions such as pericarditis or major arrhythmia. The chapter also highlights the factors to consider when deciding to perform a stress ECG for patients who are still experiencing chest pain despite having a normal resting ECG.

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