The intersection of consumer electronics and health technology is a very sensitive area, where gross misinformation is not an alien concept, and even small technical issues can put lives at risk. Apple’s ongoing legal battle over the Apple Watch’s blood oxygen sensing technology is the latest example. Therefore, it is no surprise that Apple is clarifying his ECG situation with due care.
The company warns that despite having ECG hardware, the smartwatch cannot be used for other serious conditions. Apple specifically notes that whatever biomarker data the Apple Watch collects cannot be used to reliably detect or warn of heart attacks, strokes, or the formation of blood clots in blood vessels. It specifically points out that it is not possible.
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Additionally, it cannot be used to predict less serious conditions such as “high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, high cholesterol, or other forms of arrhythmia.” Apple will extend the same courtesy to other types of discomfort, regardless of whether the Apple Watch is able to collect relevant biomarkers. Also, as far as EKG data is concerned, the company recommends that if you do not properly understand how to interpret the data, make sure to consult a qualified medical professional, especially if you have previously been diagnosed with EKG-related symptoms. We recommend that you contact us. problems of the heart.
