MedicalResearch.com: Interview with:
Jean-Philippe Couderc, PhD, MBA
Associate Professor of Medicine
Research Associate professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Rochester, NY
Heart Research Follow-Up Program - Cardiology Department
Rochester, New-York 14642
Medical Research: What are the main findings of the study?
Dr. Couderc: We have developed a unique technology which enables any individual to evaluate if he/she suffers from atrial fibrillation (AF) by using a simple video camera (webcam). There are approximately 3.2 million people with AF in the US, and estimated 30 million people in the world. It has been shown that around 30% of people suffering from AF are not aware of their disease, this form is called 'silent' atrial fibrillation. AF is a progressive disease leading to stroke and heart failure. It results in significant morbidity and mortality. The total cost of AF in the US is estimated to $7billion and 75% of this cost is associated with patient hospitalization.
(more…)MedicalResearch.com: Interview with:
Jean-Philippe Couderc, PhD, MBA
Associate Professor of Medicine
Research Associate professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Rochester, NY
Heart Research Follow-Up Program - Cardiology Department
Rochester, New-York 14642
Medical Research: What are the main findings of the study?
Dr. Couderc: We have developed a unique technology which enables any individual to evaluate if he/she suffers from atrial fibrillation (AF) by using a simple video camera (webcam). There are approximately 3.2 million people with AF in the US, and estimated 30 million people in the world. It has been shown that around 30% of people suffering from AF are not aware of their disease, this form is called 'silent' atrial fibrillation. AF is a progressive disease leading to stroke and heart failure. It results in significant morbidity and mortality. The total cost of AF in the US is estimated to $7billion and 75% of this cost is associated with patient hospitalization.
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