Understanding Electrocardiography

UNDERSTANDING ELECTRO-CARDIOGRAPHY is both the title and the goal for this book. It is designed for beginners, as well as experienced clinicians needing deep comprehension of the 12-lead ECG and complex arrhythmias. The book presents a thorough explanation of normal heart function and electrophysiology; the genesis, types, and classifications of arrhythmias; interpretation of ECG tracings; utilizing the ECG as a valuable diagnostic tool; electrical safety; anti-arrhythmic therapy; and pacemakers.