Tech in Check: Navigating the Latest AFib Diagnostic Tools-2. Tech in Check Navigating the Latest AF Diagnostic Tools

2. Tech in Check Navigating the Latest AF Diagnostic Tools

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Dr. Jose Hoglar discusses the latest guidelines for atrial fibrillation (AFib) diagnostics, emphasizing the importance of visual confirmation by clinicians despite advancements in wearable technology. He reviews the 2023 NCCHA NCCPHRS guidelines, which consider tools like EKGs and smartwatches that are proliferating due to their accessibility. While devices such as smartwatches offer preliminary alerts for AFib by detecting irregular pulses, Dr. Hoglar stresses these should be confirmed by professionals to prevent false positives. Implantable monitors like loop recorders detect AFib more accurately in patients with specific histories, but often yield false positives, especially in low-prevalence populations. Extended monitoring is advised for more precise AFib detection post-stroke, though its impact on outcomes remains unverified. Ultimately, despite technology's pivotal role in rhythm monitoring, confirming diagnoses through visual examination by healthcare professionals remains critical.

Keywords

AFib diagnostics

wearable technology

2023 guidelines

visual confirmation

implantable monitors