Unusual heartbeat?
Don't let undetected AFib lead to stroke
Early AFib detection is essential. But as the risk of AFib grows with age, its often subtle or mistaken signs leave numerous individuals undiagnosed.
AFib is a heart rhythm disorder characterized by rapid and irregular heartbeats
A normal resting heart rate is 60-100 beats per minute.1 In contrast, those with AFib experience irregular and rapid heartbeats of more than 400 times per minute.7 This elevates stroke risk by five times, accounting for 20%-30% of all strokes.2
Normal heartbeat
AFib
Risk factors and comorbidities associated with AFib3
1 in 4 adults over 40 will develop AFib in their lifetime4
While regular health screenings are crucial, they can occasionally miss AFib due to its elusive nature. As the risk of AFib grows with age, its often subtle or mistaken signs leave numerous individuals undiagnosed. Symptoms to watch for include:
In one study, doctors compared stroke patients with and without AFib, and they found the following:3
• AFib-related stroke patients stayed in hospitals for 50 days, compared to 40 daysfor others3
• Hospital discharge rates to go home, were lower for AFib stroke patients3
• There was a higher in-hospital mortality ratefor stroke patients with AFib, than those without3
The same study also found that patients with AFib were more likely to have a stroke again, in comparison to stroke patients who did not have AFib.3
This stems from the heart's upper chambers not effectively pumping blood, potentially leading to blood pooling and clot formation.5
If a clot forms, it might travel through the heart, circulate elsewhere, and potentially block a brain artery, causing a stroke.5
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a leading cause of AFib in adults
It’s not uncommon for high blood pressure and AFib to both be present in the same person. In fact, one medical study found the following:
• High blood pressure was found to increase the risk of AFib by 50% in men and 40% in women6
• High blood pressure was the 4th risk factor after heart failure, aging, and heart valve disease6
Stroke prevention starts with awareness
Awareness is your first defense against AFib's silent threat. While sporadic checks might miss the mark, regular ECG and blood pressure monitoring offers a more comprehensive view of your heart's health. This not only allows your doctor to detect early risks of AFib and preempt serious complications but also optimizes treatment plans and tracks post-surgery recovery leading to less emergency visits.
Solutions
Catch early warning signs accurately, at-home
Monitoring blood pressure and ECG at home plays a crucial role in stroke prevention. It empowers individuals to identify irregular heart rhythms early, allowing for prompt medical intervention and ultimately reducing the risk of stroke.
Spotting AFib signs early from home can prevent more serious complications with timely and effective interventions.
Reliable and consistent data from home assists in tailoring optimal treatment strategies.
Home monitoring delivers definitive readings so you'll know if there's a heart rhythm irregularity, reducing the stress of uncertainty.
Helps with monitoring progress after surgical interventions, ensuring care that goes beyond the doctor's office.
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How it works
Instant, already interpreted results
Traditional ECGs rely on wired electrodes to track heart signals. OMRON advances this with portable devices featuring built-in sensors. By placing their fingers on the sensors, users can facilitate swift heart monitoring; the companion app instantly captures and interprets the ECG results, so there's no second guessing.
Sample results for 1-Lead via OMRON Complete
The ECG shows a heart rate of 50-100 bpm, indicating a regular rhythm without arrhythmias.
Sample results for 1-Lead via OMRON Complete
A heart rate of 40-50 bpm with a stable sinus rhythm has been detected. Monitoring for potential underlying issues is advised.
Sample results for 1-Lead via OMRON Complete
A 100-140 bpm heart rate is detected with preserved sinus rhythm and no signs of atrial fibrillation. Evaluation for underlying causes is necessary.
Sample results for 1-Lead via OMRON Complete
An irregular rhythm that suggests possible atrial fibrillation is observed. Further evaluation is recommended.
Sample results for 1-Lead via OMRON Complete
The ECG doesn't fit standard categories. Consideration of other arrhythmic presentations or external factors is necessary.
Sample results for 1-Lead via OMRON Complete
The ECG data is unclear, possibly due to external interferences. If symptomatic, immediate evaluation advised.
Electrocardiogram recording is an effective test to check the condition of the heart, but it does not express all changes and symptoms of the heart. If the analysis results of your records show "normal sinus rhythm" but you still have symptoms, or if "Unable to classify" or "Unable to analyze" is repeatedly displayed, please consult your doctor. Self-judgment and treatment based on analysis results is dangerous. Do not judge the recorded results (electrocardiogram waveform) or the messages displayed by analyzing them on your own; consult your doctor. Self-judgment based on analysis results may lead to worsening of symptoms.
Clinical Validations
Evidence supports the benefits
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All your health data, in one place
OMRON connect is a free companion app that makes it easy to record, view and sync personal health data from your OMRON devices, all in one place. You can set individual targets, monitor progress overtime, or even share results with your doctor such as blood pressure, weight, and track your progress over time.
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by%20atrial%20fibrillation. Accessed May 2023.
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/atrial-fibrillation#:~:text=With%20Afib%2C%20electrical%20impulses%20fire,blood%20and%20pump%20blood%20normally.
3. Staerk, L., et al. (2017). Atrial Fibrillation: Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, and Clinical Outcomes. Circulation research, [online] 120(9), pp.1501–1517. doi:https://
doi.org/10.1161/CIRCRESAHA.117.309732.
4. Lloyd-Jones DM et al. Lifetime risk for development of atrial fibrillation: the Framingham Heart Study, Circulation. 2004 Aug 31;110(9):1042-6.
5. NHS. Home. Health A to Z. Atrial fibrillation. Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/atrial-fibrillation/complications/. Accessed May 2023.
6. Verdecchia, P., et al. (2018). Hypertension and Atrial Fibrillation: Doubts and Certainties From Basic and Clinical Studies. Circulation research, [online] 122(2),
pp.352–368. doi:https://doi.org/10.1161/CIRCRESAHA.117.311402.
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