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Artificial intelligence-enabled atrial fibrillation detection using smartwatches: current status and future perspectives

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

Atrial fibrillation (AF) significantly increases the risk of stroke and heart failure, but is frequently asymptomatic and intermittent; therefore, its timely diagnosis poses challenges. Early detection in selected patients may aid in stroke prevention and mitigate structural heart complications through prompt intervention.

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Volta Medical Enters into Joint Development Agreement with GE HealthCare to Support Electrophysiologists Treating Atrial Fibrillation

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The collaboration, according to a written statement issued by the company, aims to address challenges in capturing and analyzing cardiac signals to help physicians enhance patient outcomes for atrial fibrillation procedures. Estimates of current and future incidence and prevalence of atrial fibrillation in the U.S.

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HonorHealth Research Institute Performs New Procedure to Treat Afib

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cardiac electrophysiologist, performed one of the nations first procedures to control atrial fibrillation (Afib) using a new type of catheter that can deliver two different types of electrical energy or ablation to destroy the damaged part of the heart that is triggering the abnormal heartbeats. 12, 2025 On Feb. of the adult U.S.

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Biosense Webster Study Supports Low and Zero Fluoroscopy Workflow as Safe, Effective Alternative to Conventional Catheter Ablation

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Titled "Real-world Data Affirms Safety and Effectiveness of Low/Zero Fluoroscopy Atrial Fibrillation Ablation," the study was presented as a late-breaker at the 29th Annual International AF Symposium. 1 Among 208 patients included in the Real AF Registry cohort, a total of three PAEs were reported.1 In: AF Symposium.;

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MP-470548-009 UTILIZING DEEP LEARNING FOR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION DETECTION AND RISK STRATIFICATION IN POST-STROKE PATIENTS

HeartRhythm

Atrial fibrillation (AF) often goes undiagnosed after a stroke due to the needs of extensively long-term monitoring. While there is ongoing debate regarding the treatment of post-stroke AF, the importance of early detection is indisputable in optimizing patient care.

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Biosense Webster Begins Enrollment of Pivotal Trial Evaluating the Laminar Left Atrial Appendage Elimination Device?

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Bernard's Heart & Vascular Center , Jonesboro, Arkansas) mark a significant milestone in the pursuit of innovative solutions for non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF) treatment. Stroke is a major concern for millions of people living with atrial fibrillation, and as physicians, we strive to deliver better outcomes for these patients."

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STS Announces Late-breaker Research to Be Presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting

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The event’s late-breaking trial sessions focus on studies anticipated to significantly influence advances in cardiothoracic patient care. It emphasizes the evolving role of surgical ablation and left atrial appendage occlusion in managing atrial fibrillation.

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