afib

Let's say you have 5 minutes ECG signals for the minimum requirement for AFib detection as per guideline.

Apple's afib algorithm was recently cleared by the FDA to validate _other_ algorithms, as one symbol of accuracy.

As someone who regularly gets afib (and doesn't particularly enjoy defibs), any research/work in this is welcomed.

Studies show a 6–10x higher risk of developing AFib or other arrhythmias within a month of infection compared to baseline.

In order to interpret standard 12-lead ECG waveforms signal of 5 minutes for Afib detection that's equivalent of 60 minutes duration.

My dad got afib from doing a 24 hour challenge and I’m so glad I never participated.

For those unaware, there's a well-established link between excessive endurance exercise and AFib.

My father found out about his AFib through his Apple Watch.

I believe it is accurate enough, as the FDA certified it for AFib, backed by several years of studies conducted by Stanford.

Yes, global afib prevalence is about 1-2%, so return false would be 98-99% accurate, which is why accuracy is not a metric used to assess medical diagnostics.

Fitbit supports detection of Afib and has FDA approval.

I have afib and have been cardioverted once ~4 years ago.

It returns something like "Average heart rate: 60bpm, AFib detected at <time>, etc...".

> If I had afib I'd talk to a doctor about it before taking it Doctors err on the side of "I read a note that said omega 3 = bad for afib" and stop thinking from that point onward.