Test Findings
 

Peaked P Waves

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Overview

  • Peaked P waves are also referred to as P pulmonale. Their presence may be normal, or suggestive of right atrial enlargement.

    • Look For

    • Tall P waves, with a height greater than 2.5mm.
    • Peaked P Waves
       
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