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While the medical terminology can sound intimidating, understanding what an anterior infarction is could save a life. In this post, we break down the anatomy, the symptoms, and why this specific type of heart attack requires immediate action.

An anterior-STEMI (ST-elevation myocardial infarction) is characterized by ST-segment elevation in the precordial leads, typically V1–V4, and sometimes V5-V6. Septal: V1-V2 elevation. Anterior: V3-V4 elevation. Lateral: V5-V6 elevation. anterior infarction

The most common cause is a complete blockage of the . The LAD is often called the “widow-maker” artery not to frighten you, but because it supplies blood to a huge portion of the heart muscle. When it’s blocked, a large amount of heart muscle is at risk. we break down the anatomy