Deep Learning and Electrocardiography: Systematic Review of Current Techniques in Cardiovascular Disease Diagnosis and Management

Overview

Journal Biomed Eng Online

Publisher Biomed Central

Specialty Biomedical Engineering

Date 2025 Feb 23

PMID 39988715

Authors

Zhenyan Wu

Caixia Guo

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Abstract

This paper reviews the recent advancements in the application of deep learning combined with electrocardiography (ECG) within the domain of cardiovascular diseases, systematically examining 198 high-quality publications. Through meticulous categorization and hierarchical segmentation, it provides an exhaustive depiction of the current landscape across various cardiovascular ailments. Our study aspires to furnish interested readers with a comprehensive guide, thereby igniting enthusiasm for further, in-depth exploration and research in this realm.

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