Main article: Human heart
Diagnostic methods
Cardiac catheterization
Catheterization hearts is a diagnostic procedure that allows you to detect blockage or narrowing (stenosis) of the coronary arteries by administering a substance that is clearly visible on the X-ray.
This manipulation provides information about the functioning of the heart, heart valves, and coronary arteries by which a heart attack or angina can be prevented.
CT scans of arterial plaques have learned to determine the risks of heart disease
In late July 2021, researchers showed that measuring atherosclerotic coronary artery plaques in the course CT hearts could be used to predict the risk of life-threatening cardiovascular events.
Myocardial perfusion imaging with CT angiography and single-photon emission CT is considered the accepted research method to assess ischemia and stenosis in patients with heart disease. Scientists analyzed data on patients with severe coronary heart disease (IBS) who have already undergone CT angiography of the heart. They concluded that adding to the estimated risk factors of these coronary plaques makes it possible to more accurately predict the risk of stroke or death. Specifically, they concluded that the segment involvement score (SIS) or percentage of plaques in the affected arteries are independent predictors of severe cardiovascular events.
Our results suggest that in high-risk patients, IBS of arterial plaques have additional predictive value along with already established criteria for predicting cardiovascular outcomes, said lead researcher Ahmed Ibrahim Ahmed of the Houston Methodist Center for Heart and Vascular Research in Houston, Texas. |
The study included 956 patients (54% of men) with suspected IBS underwent imaging studies of myocardial perfusion between January 2016 and June 2020. SIS was defined as the sum of segments with atherosclerotic plaques, regardless of the degree of stenosis, from an 18-segment coronary artery model. Patients were followed up for serious adverse cardiovascular events. After three years of follow-up, these events were reported in 102 patients, allowing for valid conclusions.[1]
Audioplethysmography
Main article: Audio Pletismography (PGA)
Google On October 30, 2023, the company introduced (method Audio Letizmography Audioplethysmography, APG), which allows to earphones with active noise cancellation (ACP) to determine warm the frequency of reductions using a simple update. software The ear canal is a great place to monitor health status thanks to the large number of blood vessels in the area, company officials said. Google's technology is altering the traditional function of ACP headphones, giving users valuable health data value in addition to their main goal of noise cancellation. More. here
Diagnostic systems
2024
In Russia, using federated machine learning, a neural network was created to detect atrial fibrillation
Yandex, ISP RAN and, Sechenov University of the Ministry of Health of Russia using a federated approach, created one neuronet that detects to data electrocardiograms atrial fibrillation - one of the most common heart pathologies. The technology does this with high rates of sensitivity and specificity. For training, two independent datasets with electrocardiograms were used: from Sechenov University and from the ISP RAS. Both partners conducted rounds of training on their side, and then transferred the results to the general circuit. More. here
An AI service has been created in Russia to automatically assess heart research
The laboratory artificial intelligence Sberbank , together Sberbank Health Industry Center with the Laboratory of X-ray Endovascular Methods of Diagnosis and Treatment (Tyumen Cardiological Research Center branch) Tomsk NIMC RAS , proposed a solution that allows automating to files the calculation of the SYNTAX score by video coronarography - methods for assessing the severity of damage at. coronary heart disease medical that This was reported to the portal Zdrav.Expert on August 5, 2024 by representatives of Sberbank. More. here
Light instead of X-rays. Philips unveils non-irradiation blood vessel imaging technology
On February 22, 2024, the company Philips announced LumiGuide technology, which is designed to visualize blood vessels during surgery. The new method uses light instead of X-rays, which reduces the negative impact on the patient. More. here
A mobile application has been released that turns a smartphone into a stethoscope
On February 14, 2024, Sparrow BioAcoustics announced the Stethophone mobile application, which allows you to use your smartphone as a stethoscope. Thanks to this, patients can collect, analyze and transmit important data on the health of their heart to the attending physician remotely - from anywhere where there is a connection to the cellular network. Read more here.
The first Russian system of optical visualization of blood flow for neurosurgeons has been created
In February 2024, Sechenov University announced the development of the first Russian optical blood flow imaging system for neurosurgeons. This technology, according to its creators, will be able to replace contrast agents for cerebral blood flow in neurosurgical operations, which will reduce the risks of complications both during the intervention and after it. Read more here.
A Russian cardiograph has been released, transmitting data to a smartphone
At the end of January 2024, specialists from the N. I. Lobachevsky National Research Nizhny Novgorod State University (NNSU) announced the development of a Russian digital cardiograph based on artificial intelligence. This device transmits data to a smartphone, which allows you to quickly identify possible pathologies. Read more here.
2023
Doctors get wireless patch that controls heart rate and removes ECG
On October 31, 2023, it became known about the development of a wireless patch capable of controlling heart rate and recording ECGs. The authors of the development were scientists from the Melbourne Royal Institute of Technology (RMIT). Read more here.
Smart patches glued to the heart are introduced to accurately detect heart disease
In early September 2023, South Korean researchers from Songyungwan University, the Institute of Basic Sciences and other organizations reported on the development of a new type of epicardial patch designed to accurately detect heart disease. The product will help doctors diagnose and treat various diseases, including arrhythmia and myocardial infarctions. Read more here.
The first heart monitor connected to a smartphone in Russia has been created, which monitors the work of the heart 24/7
The first heart monitor connected to a smartphone in Russia has been created, which monitors the work of the heart 24/7. This was announced in early August 2023 in the press service of the Platform of the National Technological Initiative (NTI). Read more here.
Yopi to launch mass production of heart tracking wearables
Israel-based Yopi Technologies, a developer of medical wearables, has announced plans to set up its first factory in southern Israel near the Gaza Strip. At this plant, the company intends to organize mass production of its development - a wearable device based on artificial intelligence Yopi (Your Online Personal Instructor), designed to analyze human sweat in order to track the state of the heart and well-being. Information about this appeared on July 13, 2023. Read more here.
A mobile complex has been created in Russia for remote monitoring of cardiovascular dysfunctions
In mid-June 2023, a public presentation of the CardioMarker device took place, which is positioned as a personal mobile complex for remote monitoring of human cardiovascular dysfunctions. The device was created by the Russian company BI Medicine of the Future"" (resident Skolkovo""). here More.
A heart monitor is presented that works more efficiently and faster than conventional ECG devices
In early March 2023, at the annual Congress of the American College of Cardiology (ACC), iRhythm Technologies spoke about the new wearable heart monitor Zio XT. It is claimed that this device functions more efficiently and faster than other similar devices. Read more here.
Tiny patch designed for heart ultrasound during exercise
In early February 2023, UC San Diego researchers unveiled a wearable ultrasound system to visualize the heart the size of a postage stamp. Read more here.
An ultrasonic sensor has been created that analyzes the work of the heart in motion
In late January 2023, UC San Diego unveiled a wearable ultrasound device that analyzes how the heart works in motion. Read more here.
2022
Extreme air temperatures boost cardiovascular deaths
In mid-December 2022, it became known that climate change increases the risk of death from cardiovascular diseases. Extreme temperatures can be extremely dangerous for people with coronary disease, heart failure and arrhythmia, as well as those who have had a stroke, scientists at the University of Maryland in the United States said. Read more here.
In Tomsk, developed and successfully applied a monitoring system for cardioboles for emergency care
In mid-December 2022, it became known about the creation at Tomsk State University of radio electronics and control systems (TUSUR) of a monitoring and emergency warning system about the condition of patients. This technology, according to its creators, will be able to increase the speed of response to crises in heart patients and reduce the risk of deaths. Read more here.
Hospitals and clinics in Moscow will receive more than three thousand units of medical equipment for diagnosing heart disease
Hospitals and clinics will receive more than three thousand units of medical equipment for diagnosing heart disease. This became known on November 18, 2022. Read more here.
A mobile application has been released that turns a smartphone into an electronic stethoscope to assess the performance of the heart
In October 2022, it became known about the launch of a mobile application that turns a smartphone into an electronic stethoscope to assess the performance of the heart. The program was called Echoes. On October 10, 2022, a study led by King's College London and the University of Maastricht was published, during which it was proved that an application developed to use smartphones as electronic stethoscopes provides high-quality heart rate recording in users from different segments of the population, which doctors can use to remotely monitor the progression of heart disease. Read more here.
Russia has learned to diagnose cardiovascular and oncological diseases by exhaled air
Scientists at Sechenov University, the Federal Scientific Center of the Research Institute (NCNI) of Systems Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences and the National Research Nuclear University MEPhI have developed a new method for detecting diseases through the analysis of air exhaled by the patient. This became known in September 2022. Read more here.
One-time cardiac monitor with round-the-clock ECG entered the market
In August 2022, Mawi released a one-time dual-band heart monitor, the readings of which can be read in real time. The manufacturer claims to have made a unique product and believes the Heart Patch is the first single-use dual-band heart monitor to hit the market. Read more here.
A device has been created to diagnose the cardiovascular system using a smartphone
The St. Petersburg Polytechnic University of Peter the Great created a prototype of a device that will allow the patient to independently monitor the state of the cardiovascular system. The technology is developed on the basis of fiber-optic sensors, data from which is transmitted to a regular smartphone. Thanks to the use of simple parts, the portable device comes out 4 times cheaper than classic photoplethysmographs. This was announced on August 29, 2022 by representatives of SPBPU. Read more here.
Quantum sensor created with record sensitivity for heart diagnosis
On August 23, 2022, it became known that a team of scientists led by Associate Professor Takayuki Iwasaki from Tokyo Institute of Technology created a higher resolution magnetocardiography (MCG) device. Their development is based on a diamond quantum sensor consisting of NV centers, which act as special magnetic "centers" sensitive to weak magnetic fields created by heart currents. Read more here.
Scales have been released that determine the parameters of the heart through the feet
On July 29, 2022, San Francisco-based medical technology company Bodyport unveiled the Bodyport Cardiac Scale, a smart scale that developers say can noninvasively assess blood condition and heart function. The scales can determine these indicators through the feet of the legs when the patient steps on the device. Read more here.
AI smart stethoscope released that detects heart noises
On July 12, 2022, a company Eko specializing in the development of digital medical technologies for the detection of diseases hearts and lungs announced the release software of Eko Murmur Analysis Software (EMAS) to identify and determine characteristic heart noises in adult and pediatric patients. More. here
Petersburg doctors taught the neural network to determine the risk of complications in patients with heart disease
Petersburg doctors taught the neural network to determine the risk of complications in patients with heart disease. St. Petersburg State University announced this on February 2, 2022. Read more here.
2021: CardioCare Announcement - Heart Disease Programs
In early March 2021, the California-based company egnite introduced ON CardioCare on a base artificial intelligence that can detect structural heart disease by. echocardiogram CardioCare is already in use in more than 50 hospitals. USA More. here
2020
Announcement of Cardio-HART - an AI device that diagnoses 95% of heart disease
In mid-December 2020, Cardio-Phoenix released an AI device for diagnosing cardiovascular diseases. According to the developers, the new system is capable of detecting 95% of the most common heart diseases. Read more here.
V-LAP Announcement - Heart Pressure Monitoring Systems
In early December 2020, Tel Aviv-based startup Vectorious Medical Technologies released a new left atrial pressure monitoring device called V-LAP. According to the manufacturer, the V-LAP system is the first digital wireless heart pressure monitoring device that can transmit data thanks to a special high-resolution waveform. The developers also call the product the world's first microcomputer in the heart. Read more here.