Automated ECG interpretation—a brief history from high expectations to deepest networks

Macfarlane, P. W. and Kennedy, J. (2021) Automated ECG interpretation—a brief history from high expectations to deepest networks. Hearts, 2(4), pp. 433-448. (doi: 10.3390/hearts2040034)

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Abstract

This article traces the development of automated electrocardiography from its beginnings in Washington, DC around 1960 through to its current widespread application worldwide. Changes in the methodology of recording ECGs in analogue form using sizeable equipment through to digital recording, even in wearables, are included. Methods of analysis are considered from single lead to three leads to twelve leads. Some of the influential figures are mentioned while work undertaken locally is used to outline the progress of the technique mirrored in other centres. Applications of artificial intelligence are also considered so that the reader can find out how the field has been constantly evolving over the past 50 years.

Item Type:Articles
Keywords:Electrocardiogram (ECG), automated ECG analysis, CSE study, age, sex, race, historical aspects.
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Macfarlane, Professor Peter and Kennedy, Ms Julie
Creator Roles:
Macfarlane, P. W.Conceptualization, Investigation, Writing – original draft, Writing – review and editing
Kennedy, J.Investigation, Writing – review and editing
Authors: Macfarlane, P. W., and Kennedy, J.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Health & Wellbeing > Robertson Centre
Journal Name:Hearts
Publisher:MDPI
ISSN:2673-3846
ISSN (Online):2673-3846
Published Online:23 September 2021
Copyright Holders:Copyright © 2021 The Authors
First Published:First published in Hearts 2(4): 433-448
Publisher Policy:Reproduced under a Creative Commons License

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