6 stories tagged #atrial fibrillation

  1. Doctors Weigh In: Which Wearable Health Data Truly Matters?
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    Doctors Weigh In: Which Wearable Health Data Truly Matters?

    Medical experts detail which smartwatch and smart ring metrics are clinically useful and how to interpret the data without causing anxiety.

    last wk. 2 min read
  2. Retinal Artery Occlusion Signals Major Cardiovascular Risk
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    Retinal Artery Occlusion Signals Major Cardiovascular Risk

    A major study links central retinal artery occlusion to significantly increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and death, urging cardiac surveillance.

    2w ago 1 min read
  3. Smartphone Monitoring Slashes Cardioversion Cancellations in Swedish Trial
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    Smartphone Monitoring Slashes Cardioversion Cancellations in Swedish Trial

    A new Swedish study reveals that pre-procedure smartphone heart monitoring significantly reduces same-day cardioversion cancellations, optimizing healthcare resources and patient care.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. Low and High Resting Heart Rates Linked to Higher Stroke Risk
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    Low and High Resting Heart Rates Linked to Higher Stroke Risk

    A large study finds U-shaped risk: very low and very high heart rates tied to increased stroke, even after adjusting for other factors.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  5. AI Predicts Deadly Heart Complication During Ablation
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    AI Predicts Deadly Heart Complication During Ablation

    New machine learning model accurately identifies patients at risk for cardiac tamponade during atrial fibrillation ablation, enhancing procedural safety.

    5mo ago 1 min read
  6. Apple Watch Revolutionizes Atrial Fibrillation Detection in High-Risk Seniors
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    Apple Watch Revolutionizes Atrial Fibrillation Detection in High-Risk Seniors

    A new study reveals smartwatches significantly improve early detection of atrial fibrillation, a key stroke risk factor, in older adults.

    5mo ago 1 min read