Q. Why would my EKG report state ‘borderline EKG’ and ‘low voltage’ as the results? This is noted on my last two EKGs.
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Having an EKG indicate that you have a "borderline" or "low voltage" result can be concerning and it is important to understand what these terms mean.
Borderline EKG: A borderline EKG is when the electrical activity of your heart falls within a normal range but there are minor changes seen in one or more areas. These changes, although small in nature, may be considered abnormal for someone your age or gender and could indicate the presence of some cardiac abnormality.
Low Voltage: Low voltage on an EKG indicates that the amount of electricity being generated by your heart muscle is lower than expected. This could be due to many things such as fatigue, electrolyte imbalance, prior damage to the heart muscle from past illnesses, etc. It also could signal underlying problems like diseases affecting the pericardium (the sac that surrounds the heart) or even cardiomyopathy (a weakening of the muscle itself).
It is important to note that having a borderline/low-voltage EKG does not always signify something serious going on with one's health but it does warrant further testing and monitoring to make sure everything is alright. Your healthcare provider may suggest additional tests such as an echocardiogram (ultrasound) which can provide more detailed information about how well your heart functions including its size, shape and motion dynamics as well any irregularities present within its chambers. If they do detect something abnormal, then further treatment options may need to be pursued depending on severity so please contact them right away if there are any questions or concerns regarding this finding!