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Main Title Computer-Assisted Electrocardiographic Analysis System: Methodology and Potential Application to Cardiovascular Toxicology.
Author Watkinson, W. P. ; Brice, M. A. ; Robinson, K. S. ;
CORP Author Health Effects Research Lab., Research Triangle Park, NC. ;Northrop Services, Inc., Research Triangle Park, NC.
Year Published 1985
Report Number EPA/600/J-85/275;
Stock Number PB86-160017
Additional Subjects Electrocardiography ; Toxicology ; Cardiovascular system ; Reprints ; Medical computer applications
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NTIS  PB86-160017 Some EPA libraries have a fiche copy filed under the call number shown. 07/26/2022
Collation 18p
Abstract
An automated analysis of electrocardiographic (ECG) waveforms, based on a precise one-dimensional analysis of features within a generalized computer-enhanced ECG waveform, has been developed in the laboratory. ECG signals are monitored, amplified, and recorded using standard techniques. The recorder output signal is distributed to a microcomputer system. Software developed for the microcomputer slows the signal playback rate and permits operator review of the slowed signal for arrhythmia analysis. The analysis program identifies and superimposes 10-40 individual ECG complexes, depending on the heart rate, and generates an 'ensembled' waveform. Operator interaction permits delineation of specific points on the displayed waveform and calculation of heart rate and duration of components within the ECG complex.