What is the expected electrocardiogram (ECG)pattern when a thrombus in a coronary artery permanently lodges in the vessel and the infarction extends through the myocardium from the endocardium to the epicardium?
A) Prolonged QT interval
B) ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI)
C) ST depression myocardial infarction (STDMI)
D) Non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (non-STEMI)

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Individuals with this pattern on an ECG usually have significant elevations in the ST segments and are categorized as having STEMI.The other options are not associated with the described pathologic condition.

What Is the Expected Electrocardiogram (ECG)pattern When a Thrombus in a Coronary