Can the heartscan be used for diagnosis and monitoring of emergencies in general practice?

Can the heartscan be used for diagnosis and monitoring of emergencies in general practice?

INTRODUCTION: Mostly, it is impossible to establish the type of arrhythmias, based on signs and symptoms only. An ECG device is not always within reach. We presumed the heartscan, a handheld wireless device, to be of value to a GP in emergency situations. We therefore studied inter- and intra-obser...

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Main Authors:	Renier, W, Geelen, M, Steverlynck, L, Wauters, J, Aertgeerts, B, Verbakel, J, Vanbrabant, P, Gillet, J, Sabbe, M, Buntinx, F
Format:	Journal article
Language:	English
Published:	2012

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