ANALYSIS OF ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHIC CHANGES IN CONGENITAL AND ACQUIRED HEART DEFECTS
Abstract
Congenital and acquired heart defects significantly impact cardiovascular function, often leading to electrical abnormalities detectable through electrocardiography (ECG). This study aims to analyze the characteristic ECG changes associated with various heart defects, focusing on arrhythmias, conduction disturbances, and hypertrophic patterns. Understanding these ECG alterations is crucial for early diagnosis, risk stratification, and treatment planning. The study highlights common ECG findings in atrial septal defect (ASD), ventricular septal defect (VSD), mitral valve prolapse (MVP), and aortic stenosis. Advances in ECG interpretation and its role in patient management are discussed.
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