Axis Deviation

  My friend has been told that he has left axis deviation of -48degree.
  Is there anything that my friend should do?
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Dear  A. Chung,
Topic Area: Heart Disease
Q:My friend has been told that he has left axis deviation of -48degree.
Is there anything that my friend should do?
A:  Axis of the heart refers to the pattern of electrical activation of the heart.  This is measured using the ECG.  A left axis deviation may be due to a variety of things including:
Normal varient, electrical block, enlargement of the heart, previous heart injury.  There is no specific treatment for an axis deviation but the underlying condition (if present) may reequire therapy.

Information provided here is for general educational purposes only. Only your doctor can provide specific diagnoses and treatments. If you would like to be seen at the Cleveland Clinic, please Call 1 - 800 - CCF - CARE for an appointment at Desk F15 with a cardiologist.