Atrial fibrillation and prominent J (Osborn) waves in critical hypothermia.
The J wave is a deflection that appears on the surface ECG as a late delta wave following the QRS complex. Also known as an Osborn wave, the J wave has been observed in various conditions and diseases. Our case highlights the typical electrocardiographic manifestations of hypothermia including the J deflection and ST segment elevation during atrial fibrillation. Thorough knowledge of these findings is important for prompt diagnosis and treatment of hypothermic states.
Strohmer
Bernhard
B
Pichler
Maximilian
M
D000328:Adult; D001281:Atrial Fibrillation / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis*; D016638:Critical Illness; D004562:Electrocardiography; D004636:Emergency Service, Hospital; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D007035:Hypothermia / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis*; D018570:Risk Assessment