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[Semi-automatic acquisition and processing of mechanocardiograms].

C M Brandt, Y Amathieu, J L Adda

    Annales De Cardiologie Et D'Angeiologie
    |April 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    Mechanocardiography offers a valuable, accessible method for assessing left ventricular function in heart disease. This new system simplifies and speeds up the analysis of mechanocardiographic tracings for clinical use.

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Medical Technology

    Context:

    • Mechanocardiography is a recognized technique for evaluating left ventricular function in heart disease.
    • It is easily performable by clinicians, pharmacologists, and in aerospace medicine.
    • Existing micro-processor hardware was utilized to develop a new analysis program.

    Purpose:

    • To develop a computer program for mechanocardiography using existing micro-processor material.
    • To automate the reproduction and analysis of mechanocardiographic tracings, including ECG, phonocardiogram, carotidogram, and apexogram.
    • To simplify and expedite the interpretation of mechanocardiographic data.

    Summary:

    • A new program was developed to analyze mechanocardiographic data, including the first derivative of the apex cardiogram.

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  • The system allows for manual or semi-automatic checking of systolic phase events.
  • Tracings can be stored digitally, eliminating the need for a physical recorder and facilitating statistical analysis.

    • Impact:

    • This system simplifies and accelerates the interpretation of mechanocardiographic tracings.
    • It enhances the utility of mechanocardiography in clinical settings and research.
    • The digital storage and analysis capabilities improve efficiency and data management.