“How accurate is ECG for a heart attack?”

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“How accurate is ECG for a heart attack?”

I am a 50 year old female. I want to know how accurate is ECG for a heart attack?

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**Emad F. Aziz** Cardiac Electrophysiologist Newark, New Jersey · Accepted Answer

Emad F. Aziz Cardiac Electrophysiologist Newark, New Jersey

Very accurate!

**Dr. Lateef Olakunle Giwa** Cardiothoracic Surgeon Rosedale, NY · Accepted Answer

Dr. Lateef Olakunle Giwa Cardiothoracic Surgeon Rosedale, NY

EKG is a pretty good tool to have to assess the electrical activities of the heart. It will show a damaged muscle from heart attack.

**Francisco Arabia** Cardiothoracic Surgeon Phoenix, AZ · Accepted Answer

Francisco Arabia Cardiothoracic Surgeon Phoenix, AZ

yes