Rationale and design of a large-scale, app-based study to identify cardiac arrhythmias using a smartwatch: The Apple Heart Study

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Authors

Mintu P. Turakhia · VA Palo Alto Health Care System

Manisha Desai · Stanford University

Haley Hedlin · Stanford University

Amol Rajmane · Center for Clinical Research (United States)

Nisha Talati · Stanford University

Todd Ferris · Stanford University

Sumbul Desai ·

Abstract

The results of this trial will provide initial evidence for the ability of a smartwatch algorithm to identify pulse irregularity and variability which may reflect previously unknown AF. The Apple Heart Study will help provide a foundation for how wearable technology can inform the clinical approach to AF identification and screening.

Topics & Keywords

Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes ECG Monitoring and Analysis Cardiac Arrhythmias and Treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: American Heart Journal

Volume 207, pp. 66-75

DOI: 10.1016/j.ahj.2018.09.002

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