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How Wearable Tech Can Help Monitor Your Heart Health

MIBHS

Detection of Irregular Heart Rhythms Devices such as the Apple Watch or Fitbit Sense can detect irregular heart rhythms, including atrial fibrillation (AFib). These early warnings are critical, as AFib increases the risk of stroke and other heart-related complications.

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Syncope and Atrial fibrillation in a Healthy 70-something Male

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Syncope without prodrome is a significant risk factor for cardiac syncope and poor outcome. during which sinus bradycardia and arrhythmia are seen but not to a degree that produces symptoms. New slow AFib reflects a combination of these rhythm problems. But description of a patients rhythm simply as, AFib is incomplete.

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QT Correction Formulas Compared to The Rule of Thumb ("Half the RR")

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

The rule of thumb is less accurate, and the risk is higher because a long QT in the presence of bradycardia ("pause dependent" Torsades) predisposes to Torsades. 6) Use a different rule of thumb for bradycardia : Manually approximate both the QT and the RR interval. 3) At heart rates below 60, far more caution is due.