Accuracy of diagnosing atrial fibrillation on electrocardiogram by primary care practitioners and interpretative diagnostic software: analysis of data from screening for atrial fibrillation in the elderly (SAFE) trial.

OBJECTIVE: To assess the accuracy of general practitioners, practice nurses, and interpretative software in the use of different types of electrocardiogram to diagnose atrial fibrillation. DESIGN: Prospective comparison with reference standard of assessment of electrocardiograms by two independent...

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Main Authors: Mant, J, Fitzmaurice, D, Hobbs, F, Jowett, S, Murray, E, Holder, R, Davies, M, Lip, G
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2007