Summary of Electrocardiogram (ecg) Based Cardiac Arrhythmia Detection and Classification Using Machine Learning Algorithms, by Atit Pokharel et al.
Electrocardiogram (ECG) Based Cardiac Arrhythmia Detection and Classification using Machine Learning Algorithms
by Atit Pokharel, Shashank Dahal, Pratik Sapkota, Bhupendra Bimal Chhetri
First submitted to arxiv on: 7 Dec 2024
Categories
- Main: Machine Learning (cs.LG)
- Secondary: Artificial Intelligence (cs.AI); Image and Video Processing (eess.IV)
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| High | Paper authors | High Difficulty Summary Read the original abstract here |
| Medium | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Medium Difficulty Summary A machine learning-based approach is developed to classify arrhythmic electrocardiogram (ECG) signals with high predictive accuracy. The study leverages optimized Bidirectional Long Short-Term Memory (Bi-LSTM) models for binary classification, achieving excellent results in differentiating normal and atrial fibrillation signals. A survey among medical professionals validates the practicality of AI-based ECG classifiers and identifies areas for improvement, including accuracy and the inclusion of more arrhythmia types. This feedback drives the development of an advanced Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) system capable of classifying five different types of ECG signals with better accuracy and precision. The CNN model is validated through rigorous stratified 5-fold cross-validation and is deployed on a web portal for real-world utility, enabling access to the trained model for real-time classification. |
| Low | GrooveSquid.com (original content) | Low Difficulty Summary This study creates an AI-powered tool that can accurately classify heart rhythms from ECG signals. Researchers developed a machine learning model using a type of neural network called Bi-LSTM. This model was very good at telling apart normal and abnormal heart rhythms. Doctors were asked what they thought about this technology, and they said it’s really useful but could be improved by making it more accurate and including more types of abnormal rhythms. The researchers took this feedback and developed an even better AI model called CNN that can identify five different types of abnormal heart rhythms. This tool has the potential to help doctors diagnose heart problems earlier and more accurately, which is important for people’s health. |
Keywords
» Artificial intelligence » Classification » Cnn » Lstm » Machine learning » Neural network » Precision
