Diagnostic Accuracy of Wearable ECG Devices for Atrial Fibrillation and ST-Segment Changes: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: Background: Wearable electrocardiography (ECG) devices such as smartwatches offer a novel means for detecting cardiac arrhythmias, particularly atrial fibrillation (AF), and ST-segment abnormalities. Their role in complementing or replacing traditional ECG methods is being increasingly investigated. Objective: To evaluate the diagnostic performance (sensitivity, specificity) of wearable ECG devices in detecting AF and ST-segment changes, compared to 12-lead ECG as the gold standard. Methods: A systematic search was performed in PubMed, Scopus, and additionally, the SpringerLink platform was consulted up to June 2025, targeting open-access, English-language clinical studies from the last five years. Inclusion criteria: adult population, use of a wearable ECG device, 12-

SUBMITTER: Singeap MS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12731301 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature