New AI tool identifies heart disease from routine ECG scans in under two seconds
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New AI tool identifies heart disease from routine ECG scans in under two seconds

31 Aug 2026 · Originally published 31 Aug 2026 9/10 Original headline: ‘Superhuman’ AI tool spots heart disease in less than 2 seconds
Doctors have developed an AI tool capable of detecting heart failure and valve disease from standard ECG results, a process that typically requires a separate ultrasound scan. By identifying these conditions during routine check-ups, the technology could help patients access life-saving treatment much earlier than current waiting times allow.
Source: The Guardian UK National
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