Anatomical considerations and clinical interpretation of the 12-lead ECG in the prone position: a prospective multicentre study.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

The aim of this study is to provide guidance for the clinical interpretation of electrocardiograms (ECGs) in prone position and to establish the electroanatomic explanations for the possible differences to supine position ECGs that may be observed. Additionally, to determine if prone back ECG can be used as an alternative to standard ECG in patients who may benefit from prone position.

Methods and results

The ECG in supine (standard ECG), prone back (precordial leads placed on the patient's back), and prone anterior position (precordial leads placed in the standard position with the subjects in prone position) were prospectively examined on 85 subjects. Comparisons of ECG parameters between these positions were performed. Computed tomography (CT) scans were performed in

SUBMITTER: Romero J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10103558 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature