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A new, simple method accurately estimates the electrocardiogram (ECG) frontal axis using pre-determined values. This approach simplifies QRS axis determination without complex calculations, offering a reliable alternative.

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Area of Science:

Cardiology
Medical Diagnostics
Electrocardiography

Background:

Electrocardiograms (ECGs) record the heart's electrical activity.
Determining the QRS frontal axis is crucial for cardiac diagnostics.
Existing methods often require complex calculations and memorization.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce a novel, simplified method for estimating the frontal mean QRS axis from standard 12-lead ECGs.
To provide an accessible alternative to traditional, calculation-intensive methods.
To validate the accuracy of the new method against established ECG analysis tools.

Main Methods:

A new method assigns pre-determined values to frontal ECG leads based on QRS complex characteristics.
The frontal mean QRS axis is estimated by identifying the most equiphasic (isoelectric) lead.
The proposed method was validated by comparing its results to those from a GE Marquette 5000 electrocardiograph in 155 patients.

Main Results:

The new method demonstrated high accuracy, with a coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.9505 (p<0.001).
A linear regression analysis showed a strong correlation between the new method's estimations and the ECG machine's results (y = 1.0007 + 0.9580x).

Conclusions:

The proposed method offers a simple and accurate way to estimate the ECG frontal axis.
This technique provides a valuable, user-friendly tool for clinical practice.
The findings support the use of this new method for reliable QRS axis determination.