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iECG: Recording Chest Leads Using a Smartwatch With a Digital Image Processing Algorithm

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Electrocardiogram
Interventions
Device: Smartwatch ECG
Registration Number
NCT05425342
Lead Sponsor
University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland
Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the feasibility of a new method for self-recordable ECGs using a smartwatch coupled with an image processing algorithm. The long-term goal of this project is to establish such a method and to potentially integrate it into telemedical care.

Detailed Description

There is an increasing availability of smartwatches worldwide. Health-related features of these wearables such as heart rate and -rhythm analysis have become increasingly recognised. Some smartwatches are capable of recording an electrocardiogram (ECG) which yields important information about electrical heart activity. Recording a complete ECG with a smartwatch is challenging if the user has no prior medical experience. In this feasibility study we introduce a novel image processing tool that instructs the user to record an ECG using the front camera of an iPad. In a second step, a standard ECG will be recorded by medical staff. The ECGs will then be compared by two board certified cardiologists. The aim of the study is to evaluate the feasibility of self-recorded smartwatch ECGs. If this method can be established, it could markedly expand the diagnostic options for heart and vascular diseases.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
50
Inclusion Criteria
  • Participant ≥ 18 years
  • Ability to record a smartwatch ECG
  • Written informed consent as documented by signature from the participant
Exclusion Criteria
  • Smartwatch ECG or conventional ECG cannot be recorded due to comprehensible reasons (allergic reactions, wounds, etc.)
  • Unable or not willing to sign informed consent
  • Significant mental or cognitive impairment that could interfere with the measurements (e.g.

delirium, acute psychotic episode, etc., assessed by recruiting physician)

· Prior knowledge or experience in recording ECGs

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
SINGLE_GROUP
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
ECG single groupSmartwatch ECGPatients will be instructed how to record an ECG on a smartwatch using the front camera of an iPad. In a second step, a standard ECG will be recorded by medical staff. The ECGs will then be compared by two board certified cardiologists
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Correctly recorded smartwatch ECG lead by patient1 hour

The number of correctly recorded limb (I, II, III) and chest leads (bV1-bV6 where the letter "b" denotes bipolar chest leads) will be assessed. A correctly recorded lead is defined as a complete, 30-second long bipolar electrical signal obtained by the patient with the smartwatch afterpreviously being instructed. The number of correctly recorded smartwatch ECG leads is a measure to determine the feasibility of the method.

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Ventricular repolarisation abnormalities1 hour

ECGs will be assessed for ventricular repolarisation abnormalities (eg. ST elevation) by two board certified cardiologists

Correctly identified chest lead position (V1-V6 vs. bV1-bV6)1 hour

Chest ECG leads obtained with a traditional ECG (V1-V6) will be compared with the ones recorded with a smartwatch (bV1-bV6). The percentage of correctly assigned chest leads will be assessed (e.g. V4 is expected to be assigned to bV4)

Heart rhythm1 hour

ECGs will be assessed for rhythm (eg. sinus rihythm, atrial fibrillation) by two board certified cardiologists

Ventricular depolarisation abnormalities1 hour

ECGs will be assessed for ventricular depolarisation abnormalities (eg. bandle branch blocks) by two board certified cardiologists

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Universitiy Hospital Basel

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Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

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