All of the following statements regarding subendoc ardinal infarction are true, except: (A) These are multifocal in nature, (B) These often result from hypotension or shock, (C) Epicarditis is not seen, (D) These may result in aneurysm
Answer is D. Are MI s limited to the inner third of the myocardium. These infracts typically do not exhibit ST segment elevation or Q waves on the ECG tracing. This region is most vulnerable to hypoperfusion and hypoxia . Thus in the setting of severe coronary aery disease Robbins 9th edition page no. 379