An unusual case of electrode misplacement: left arm and V(2) electrode reversal.
Accidental interchange between precordial and limb leads, although unusual, can be possible given that some of them share the same color. We present the case where interchange of V(2) and left arm cables produced significant electrocardiographic abnormalities, which created many doubts and discussion within the clinical team.
García-Niebla
Javier
J
Valle del Golfo Health Center, El Hierro Island, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain. jniebla72@hotmail.com
García
Pablo Llontop
PL
D000328:Adult; D003951:Diagnostic Errors / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000517:prevention & control*; D004562:Electrocardiography / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods*; D004566:Electrodes; D005189:False Positive Reactions; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009203:Myocardial Infarction / Q000175:diagnosis*; D011356:Product Labeling