The Great Mimicker: A Unique Case of Diffuse Subarachnoid Haemorrhage Simulating Acute Myocardial Infarction
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Learning Points: Subarachnoid haemorrhage (SAH) can present with EKG changes and significant rise in troponin, mimicking acute coronary syndrome.SAH should be included in the differential diagnosis for patients presenting with neurological symptoms, ST-segment deviations or prolonged QT intervals.Misdiagnosis of SAH as acute coronary syndrome can lead to inappropriate use of anticoagulants or delays in necessary neurological interventions.
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