Can we improve the early detection of atrial fibrillation in a stroke unit? Detection rate of a monitor with integrated detection software

Abstract

The monitor with AF-RS demonstrated a higher detection rate for AF than standard ECG monitoring in acute stroke patients in a SU.

Raising awareness and early detection of atrial fibrillation, an experience resorting to mobile technology centred on informed individuals

“…AF is a common sustained arrhythmia, often asymptomatic, which may be detected through pulse taking and subsequently verified by a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG 2 ). 5,6 When the condition is not detected by the absence of symptoms and unawareness of tests available to identify it, quite frequently the first manifestation is stroke. When AF-related stroke does occur, it is associated with more disability and worse outcomes compared to non AF-related strokes.…”