On a sunny mid-afternoon day, a 31 year old male presents to the ED after falling down a flight of steps and complaining of LE weakness. Exam significant for LE strength 4/5 proximally and 5/5 distally. Pt had a carbohydrate loaded dinner the night before and ran a 5K the morning of sx onset. ECG is below.
What is your interpretation of the ECG?
What is your diagnosis and how would you manage this condition?
Any pitfalls or alternative diagnoses you may want to consider or test for?
The best response by June 20th wins.
Good luck everyone.. Let the games begin!
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