Standardization in Performing and Interpreting Electrocardiograms - 19/04/21

Doi : 10.1016/j.amjmed.2020.10.042

Muhammad Ajmal, MD ^⁎ , Frank Marcus, MD
University of Arizona, College of Medicine, Tucson

^⁎Requests for reprints should be addressed to Dr. Muhammad Ajmal, University of Arizona, 1625 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719University of Arizona1625 N Campbell AveTucsonAZ85719

Abstract

Excellence in recording and interpretation of electrocardiogram (ECG) is a necessity for optimal electrocardiography. This includes data to properly interpret the ECG, including data on age, gender, cardiovascular diagnosis, medications, abnormal laboratory findings (eg, data on electrolytes), and the indications for the electrocardiogram. The ECG needs to be performed by a qualified technician and interpreted by an experienced physician.

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Keywords : ECG electrodes, Electrocardiogram, Interpretation of ECGs, Standards in ECG

Esquema

Introduction

Standards for ECG Devices

Standard for ECG Recording

Training of ECG Technicians

Skin Preparation to Improve ECG Quality

Proper Electrode Placement

Feedback to Electrocardiographer from Interpreting Physicians

Training for ECG Interpretation

ECG Interpretation in the Emergency Setting

Challenges in Standardization of ECG Recording and Interpretation

University Hospital Experience

Conclusion

	Funding: None.
	Conflict of Interest: None.
	Authorship: Frank Marcus, MD came with the unique idea of this article. Muhammad Ajmal, MD wrote the draft under kind guidance of Dr. Marcus. Dr. Marcus edited and finalized the final manuscript.