Performance of handheld electrocardiogram devices to detect atrial fibrillation in a cardiology and geriatric ward setting

Conclusion</div>Using AliveCor or MyDiagnostick handheld recorders requires a structured screening strategy to be effective and cost-effective in a hospital setting. It must exclude patients with implanted devices and known AF, and requires targeted additional 12-lead ECGs to optimize specificity. Under these circumstances, the expenses per diagnosed new AF patient and preventable stroke are reasonable.</span>
Source: Europace - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research