Abstract
A new system is described for computer evaluation of ECG parameters, with specific application in pharmacological experiments. Unlike the typical clinical procedures intended as diagnostic aid, this new system permits quantitative instant by instant evaluation of changes in common parameters (e.g., height, duration, area) of single ECG waves. From the input values a histogram is constructed for each ECG cycle; a dynamic baseline is then calculated from the histogram by selecting that value corresponding to the maximum occurrence. Each ECG wave is identified by an index value conveniently selected and by the time from the preceding QRS. Its very brief resolution time (2 msec) enables this system to also analyse very high rate ECGs such as those of rats. Applying this new system to evaluating ECGs of rats under different degrees of hypoxia, our results clearly demonstrate its capability of following and quantifying the induced alterations.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.