1
|
Sehrawat O, Kashou AH, Noseworthy PA. Artificial Intelligence and Atrial Fibrillation. J Cardiovasc Electrophysiol 2022; 33:1932-1943. [PMID: 35258136 PMCID: PMC9717694 DOI: 10.1111/jce.15440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2021] [Revised: 02/03/2022] [Accepted: 03/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
Abstract
In the context of atrial fibrillation (AF), traditional clinical practices have thus far fallen short in several domains such as identifying patients at risk of incident AF or patients with concomitant undetected paroxysmal AF. Novel approaches leveraging artificial intelligence have the potential to provide new tools to deal with some of these old problems. In this review we focus on the roles of artificial intelligence-enabled ECG pertaining to AF, potential roles of deep learning (DL) models in the context of current knowledge gaps, as well as limitations of these models. One key area where DL models can translate to better patient outcomes is through automated ECG interpretation. Further, we overview some of the challenges facing AF screening and the harms and benefits of screening. In this context, a unique model was developed to detect underlying hidden AF from sinus rhythm and is discussed in detail with its potential uses. Knowledge gaps also remain regarding the best ways to monitor patients with embolic stroke of undetermined source (ESUS) and who would benefit most from oral anticoagulation. The AI-enabled AF model is one potential way to tackle this complex problem as it could be used to identify a subset of high-risk ESUS patients likely to benefit from empirical oral anticoagulation. Role of DL models assessing AF burden from long duration ECG data is also discussed as a way of guiding management. There is a trend towards the use of consumer-grade wristbands and watches to detect AF from photoplethysmography data. However, ECG currently remains the gold standard to detect arrythmias including AF. Lastly, role of adequate external validation of the models and clinical trials to study true performance is discussed. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ojasav Sehrawat
- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
| | - Anthony H Kashou
- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
| | | |
Collapse
|
2
|
Ding Z, Wang G, Yang H, Zhang P, Fu D, Yang Z, Wang X, Wang X, Xia Z, Zhang C, Cai W, Yuan B, Jia D, Chen B, Huang C, Zhang J, Li Y, Yang S, He R. A community effort to assess and improve computerized interpretation of 12-lead resting electrocardiogram. Med Biol Eng Comput 2021; 60:33-45. [PMID: 34677739 PMCID: PMC8724189 DOI: 10.1007/s11517-021-02420-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2020] [Accepted: 07/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Abstract
Computerized interpretation of electrocardiogram plays an important role in daily cardiovascular healthcare. However, inaccurate interpretations lead to misdiagnoses and delay proper treatments. In this work, we built a high-quality Chinese 12-lead resting electrocardiogram dataset with 15,357 records, and called for a community effort to improve the performances of CIE through the China ECG AI Contest 2019. This dataset covers most types of ECG interpretations, including the normal type, 8 common abnormal types, and the other type which includes both uncommon abnormal and noise signals. Based on the Contest, we systematically assessed and analyzed a set of top-performing methods, most of which are deep neural networks, with both their commonalities and characteristics. This study establishes the benchmarks for computerized interpretation of 12-lead resting electrocardiogram and provides insights for the development of new methods. A community effort to assess and improve computerized interpretation of 12-lead resting electrocardiogram ![]()
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Zijian Ding
- Department of Electronic Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
| | - Guijin Wang
- Department of Electronic Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China.
| | - Huazhong Yang
- Department of Electronic Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
| | - Ping Zhang
- Department of Cardiology, Beijing Tsinghua Changgung Hospital, Beijing, China.,School of clinical Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
| | - Dapeng Fu
- Chinese Academy of Sciences Zhong Guan Cun Hospital, Beijing, China
| | - Zhen Yang
- ECG Center, Tianjin Wuqing District People's Hospital, Tianjin, China
| | - Xinkang Wang
- ECG Diagnosis Department, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China
| | - Xia Wang
- Beijing Tsingdata Technology Development Co., LTD., Beijing, China
| | - Zhourui Xia
- Tsinghua-Berkerley Shenzhen Institute, Shenzhen, China
| | - Chiming Zhang
- Southwest University of Science and Technology, Mianyang, China
| | - Wenjie Cai
- University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai, China
| | | | - Dongya Jia
- Guangzhou Shiyuan Electronic Technology Company LTD, Guangzhou, China
| | - Bo Chen
- 1st Military Delegate Room of Dalian Regional, Dalian, China
| | | | - Jing Zhang
- University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, China
| | - Yi Li
- China Wuhan Zoncare, LTD., Wuhan, China
| | - Shan Yang
- Chengdu Spaceon Electronics CO., LTD., Chengdu, China
| | - Runnan He
- Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, China
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Smith SW, Walsh B, Grauer K, Wang K, Rapin J, Li J, Fennell W, Taboulet P. A deep neural network learning algorithm outperforms a conventional algorithm for emergency department electrocardiogram interpretation. J Electrocardiol 2018; 52:88-95. [PMID: 30476648 DOI: 10.1016/j.jelectrocard.2018.11.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2018] [Revised: 09/26/2018] [Accepted: 11/15/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Cardiologs® has developed the first electrocardiogram (ECG) algorithm that uses a deep neural network (DNN) for full 12‑lead ECG analysis, including rhythm, QRS and ST-T-U waves. We compared the accuracy of the first version of Cardiologs® DNN algorithm to the Mortara/Veritas® conventional algorithm in emergency department (ED) ECGs. METHODS Individual ECG diagnoses were prospectively mapped to one of 16 pre-specified groups of ECG diagnoses, which were further classified as "major" ECG abnormality or not. Automated interpretations were compared to blinded experts'. The primary outcome was the performance of the algorithms in finding at least one "major" abnormality. The secondary outcome was the proportion of all ECGs for which all groups were identified, with no false negative or false positive groups ("accurate ECG interpretation"). Additionally, we measured sensitivity and positive predictive value (PPV) for any abnormal group. RESULTS Cardiologs® vs. Veritas® accuracy for finding a major abnormality was 92.2% vs. 87.2% (p < 0.0001), with comparable sensitivity (88.7% vs. 92.0%, p = 0.086), improved specificity (94.0% vs. 84.7%, p < 0.0001) and improved positive predictive value (PPV 88.2% vs. 75.4%, p < 0.0001). Cardiologs® had accurate ECG interpretation for 72.0% (95% CI: 69.6-74.2) of ECGs vs. 59.8% (57.3-62.3) for Veritas® (P < 0.0001). Sensitivity for any abnormal group for Cardiologs® and Veritas®, respectively, was 69.6% (95CI 66.7-72.3) vs. 68.3% (95CI 65.3-71.1) (NS). Positive Predictive Value was 74.0% (71.1-76.7) for Cardiologs® vs. 56.5% (53.7-59.3) for Veritas® (P < 0.0001). CONCLUSION Cardiologs' DNN was more accurate and specific in identifying ECGs with at least one major abnormal group. It had a significantly higher rate of accurate ECG interpretation, with similar sensitivity and higher PPV.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Stephen W Smith
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN, USA; University of Minnesota, Department of Emergency Medicine, USA.
| | | | - Ken Grauer
- College of Medicine, University of Florida, USA
| | - Kyuhyun Wang
- University of Minnesota, Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, USA
| | | | - Jia Li
- Cardiologs® Technologies, Paris, France
| | | | - Pierre Taboulet
- Cardiologs® Technologies, Paris, France; Department of Emergency Medicine, Hôpital Saint Louis, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
| |
Collapse
|