Accuracy and reliability of ecg interpretation by physicians is limited, study suggests
Saturday, April 20, 2013 - 10:47
in Health & Medicine
Incorporating an electrocardiogram (ECG) during pre-participation screening for athletes has demonstrated a reduction in incidence of sudden cardiac death (SCD); however, it remains controversial in the United States due to minimal usage and high false-positive readings. New research suggests this is due to the challenges in the accuracy and reliability of physicians’ ability to read ECGs.