Medical Xpress November 3, 2025
An artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm paired with the single-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) sensors on a smartwatch accurately diagnosed structural heart diseases, such as weakened pumping ability, damaged valves or thickened heart muscle, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2025.
Researchers said this is the first prospective study to show that an AI algorithm can detect multiple structural heart diseases based on measures taken from a single-lead ECG sensor on the back and digital crown of a smartwatch.
“Millions of people wear smartwatches, and they are currently mainly used to detect heart rhythm problems such as atrial fibrillation. Structural heart diseases, on the other hand, are usually found with an echocardiogram, an advanced...
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