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ST segment depression refers to displacement of the ST segment below the PR-segment (baseline), whereas ST segment elevation refers to displacement above this baseline. A downward displacement greater than 0.5 mm below the baseline or an upward displacement exceeding 0.1 mV in the limb leads or 0.2 mV in the precordial leads, measured 40 ms after the J point relative to the baseline, is considered significant. ST\u2013T abnormalities can be primary or secondary. Primary ST\u2013T changes are repolarization abnormalities seen in myocardial ischemia, electrolyte disturbances, tachycardia, increased sympathetic activity, and adverse drug effects. Secondary ST\u2013T changes are activation (depolarization) abnormalities observed with bundle branch block, left ventricular hypertrophy, pre-excitation, ventricular ectopics, and pacemaker-stimulated complexes. Primary ST\u2013T abnormalities due to acute myocardial ischemia, evolving myocardial infarction, and hyperkalemia represent life-threatening emergencies and require urgent medical intervention. Secondary ST\u2013T abnormalities signal underlying structural or conduction disease and warrant evaluation and management. Cardiac anesthesiologists, cardiologists, and emergency physicians are frequently involved in the care of patients presenting with such cardiac emergencies. It is crucial to distinguish ST\u2013T abnormalities caused by acute myocardial ischemia, evolving myocardial infarction, and hyperkalemia from those due to other conditions, as timely recognition and treatment can be lifesaving. 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