Why ECGs Fail to Detect Many Heart Attacks (Doctor Explains)

Why ECGs Fail to Detect Many Heart Attacks (Doctor Explains) Electrocardiograms (ECGs) are commonly used to evaluate chest pain, but they are not reliable for ruling out heart attacks. In this video, a doctor explains why ECGs can appear normal even during a myocardial infarction, especially in early stages, posterior MIs, NSTEMI, or atypical presentations. You’ll learn: Why a normal ECG does NOT mean no heart attack When ECGs fail and what they miss The role of troponin tests, imaging, and clinical judgment Common myths about ECG accuracy This video is for medical students, healthcare workers, and anyone interested in heart attack diagnosis. #HeartAttack #MyocardialInfarction #Cardiology #EmergencyMedicine #DoctorExplains #HealthMyths #MedicalFacts #LearnMedicine