Apple watch could spot hidden heart condition in seniors

NCT ID NCT05686330

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study tested whether an Apple Watch can help detect atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat) faster in people at high risk. 436 adults aged 65 and older with no prior diagnosis of the condition wore an Apple Watch to monitor their heart rhythm. The goal was to see if the watch could catch the problem sooner than standard methods.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cardiology Center of the Netherlands

    Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

  • Spaarne Gasthuis

    Haarlem, North Holland, 2035 RC, Netherlands

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