The resting electrocardiogram (ECG) has been used as a basic cardiac diagnostic for a century, and while the premise remains the same, testing systems are evolving to meet today’s technology demands. This includes increased mobility, ease of use, streamlined workflow and interoperability so data can easily be interfaced with electronic medical records. There has been a trend over the past decade toward smaller, more compact, mobile ECG monitoring systems.
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“These days, ECG solutions come with interpretation algorithms as a standard feature. These algorithms utilize gender- and age-specific criteria to offer a virtual second opinion for resting ECG interpretation. ECG machines have been streamlined to enhance workflow, incorporating simplified step-by-step operations, touch-screen capabilities, alphanumeric and virtual keypads in some models, and improved connectivity with ECG management systems, HL7, HIS, and electronic medical records (EMRs). The integration component within hospitals has gained significant importance as it facilitates paperless healthcare and the seamless flow of patient data across departments, hospitals, and referring physicians. An advantage of paperless ECG review through an electronic ECG management system is the accessibility of ECGs, enabling remote viewing and reporting beyond the traditional workstation. Most modern healthcare providers now offer web-based access to the ECG management system from anywhere, allowing access to ECGs and fully enabled reporting functions, whether at home or within the hospital or clinics where cardiologists find time to review cases.”
Nowadays, ECG solutions offer an array of file formats for ECGs, including DICOM, XML, JPEG, PDF, etc. The previous years have introduced numerous new developments and discoveries, and the upcoming years will undoubtedly bring further insights regarding ECG solutions. It will remain a vital tool in the diagnostic cardiology toolbox, with its presence expanding across inpatient, outpatient, and home settings
