The pre-infarction ECG pattern: A case report of wellens syndrome

Authors

  • Shirlin M.S Clinical Pharmacist, Kauvery Hospital Heart city, Trichy, Tamil Nadu
  • Vignesh R Clinical Pharmacist, Kauvery Hospital Heart city, Trichy, Tamil Nadu
  • Madhumitha Group Clinical Pharmacist, Kauvery Hospital Cantonment, Trichy, Tamil Nadu

Keywords:

Wellens syndrome, Non-ST Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome (NSTEACS), Left Anterior Descending (LAD) artery.

Abstract

Background: Wellens syndrome represents a high-risk ECG pattern in unstable angina or NSTE-ACS patients, signaling critical proximal LAD stenosis and impending anterior myocardial infarction. This report highlights two cases emphasizing that prompt recognition and immediate invasive intervention are necessary, as traditional stress testing is hazardous for these patients.

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Published

2026-04-08

How to Cite

Shirlin M.S, Vignesh R, & Madhumitha. (2026). The pre-infarction ECG pattern: A case report of wellens syndrome. Kauverian Medical Journal, 3(6), 100–103. Retrieved from https://kauverianjournal.com/index.php/research/article/view/322

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 6 (2026): April

Section

Articles