Recent research highlights the effectiveness of Apple Watch in screening for atrial fibrillation (AFib), a prevalent heart rhythm disorder that substantially increases stroke risk. Two studies published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology demonstrate the device’s value in detecting AFib, which is often challenging to diagnose due to its intermittent and sometimes asymptomatic nature. Apple Watch models equipped for AFib screening use two methods: passive monitoring of the wearer’s pulse via an optical sensor (photoplethysmography) for irregular rhythms, or an on-demand single-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) obtained by placing a finger on the digital crown. Reuters:
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