08/01/2026
Tombstone Sign in ECG
It is a morphologically abnormal extensive ST elevation in the anterior chest leads & some times in the septal & lateral leads depending on extent of the MI because the STE are convex upwards overwheming
the T waves, they look likes the tombstone.
Morphology:
The STE are convexed upwards & the peak of convexed STE > The preceeding R waves.
Cause:
due to severe proximal LAD occlusion ➠ large area of myocardial damage
Prognosis:
They are associated with extensive myocardial damage, reduced left ventricular function, and poorer clinical outcomes.
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