What does ST elevation mean?

ST elevation refers to the elevation of the ST segment on the ECG compared to the normal level, which can appear as specific ST segment elevation or non-specific ST segment elevation. The elevation may be horizontal, or it may have a characteristic tombstone-like ECG. In acute myocardial infarction, ST-segment elevation may be dome-shaped, saddle-shape elevation, or giant R-shaped elevation. Patients with ST-segment elevation combined with symptoms such as chest tightness and chest pain often indicate myocardial infarction and require prompt and systematic related treatment.