Smartwatches: A Game Changer for Detecting Irregular Heartbeats in Kids

A study conducted by researchers at Stanford University has found that the Apple Watch can be effective in detecting arrhythmias in children and young adults. The study revealed that the Apple Watch recorded arrhythmia events in children, including those that were not identified by traditional ambulatory monitors. The findings led to new arrhythmia diagnoses in many cases. The study suggests that consumer wearables like the Apple Watch could play a crucial role in arrhythmia diagnosis and surveillance in children, but further studies are needed to compare its diagnostic value with traditional monitors. Currently, the Apple Watch's heart monitoring features are FDA-approved for adults over 22 years old.