Electrocardiogram interpretation by Canadian general paediatricians: Examining practice, accuracy and confidence.

Background: Paediatric electrocardiograms (ECGs) are ordered and interpreted by general paediatricians; however, no previous studies have evaluated the accuracy of their ECG interpretations.

Objective: To determine general paediatricians' practice and opinions regarding ECG use, accuracy of their interpretation of paediatric ECGs, and the relationship between accuracy and self-perceived confidence.

Methods: In the present cross-sectional study, Canadian general paediatricians were asked to complete a questionnaire and interpret 18 paediatric ECGs.