Modified precordial lead ECG SafOne on electrocardiography recordings
Wan Nishfa Dewi1, Safri Safri2, Iswadi Hasyim Rosma3
1Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Riau, Pekanbaru-Riau, Indonesia. wan.dewi@lecturer.unri.ac.id.
Scientific Reports
|May 13, 2022
Summary
The modified precordial lead ECG SafOne shows no significant difference in electrocardiography (ECG) recording artefacts compared to standard ECG. This new lead is usable for accurate ECG recordings.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Devices
- Electrocardiography
Background:
- Precordial lead placement variability can cause electrocardiography (ECG) inaccuracy.
- Developing adaptable ECG tools is crucial for improving diagnostic accuracy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the modified precordial lead ECG SafOne for ECG recordings.
- To assess ECG SafOne's impact on artefact generation compared to standard ECG.
Main Methods:
- 14 subjects underwent ECG recordings using both standard and modified ECG SafOne precordial leads.
- Artefacts in ECG recordings were measured and identified.
- A t-test was used to compare artefact data between the two methods.
Main Results:
- Artefacts in ECG SafOne recordings were minimal (1.19% in lead II, 1.79% in lead III).
- Statistical analysis revealed no significant difference in artefacts between ECG SafOne and standard ECG (p=0.096).
Conclusions:
- The modified precordial lead ECG SafOne does not significantly increase artefacts in ECG recordings.
- ECG SafOne is a viable alternative to standard precordial leads for ECG recording.
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