41^st World Cardiology Conference

Telecardiology & Digital Tools

Telecardiology & Digital Tools represent a transformative shift in cardiovascular care, leveraging technology to enhance diagnosis, monitoring, and management of heart diseases across distances. As global healthcare systems increasingly embrace digital solutions, telecardiology has emerged as a powerful tool to improve patient outcomes, reduce healthcare disparities, and expand access to timely cardiac care—especially in rural or underserved regions.Telecardiology refers to the use of telecommunications and digital technology to transmit cardiac data—such as electrocardiograms (ECGs), echocardiograms, and vital signs—from patients to healthcare professionals for remote analysis and consultation. This model enables cardiologists to assess and manage patients without requiring in-person visits, making it ideal for follow-up care, chronic disease management, and second opinions.One of the most impactful applications is remote ECG interpretation, where ECGs recorded in ambulances, primary care clinics, or even home settings are transmitted to cardiologists for rapid evaluation. This is particularly critical in acute settings like chest pain or suspected myocardial infarction, where early diagnosis and intervention can save lives. Wearable technology has significantly advanced digital cardiology. Devices such as smartwatches, chest straps, and patch monitors can continuously track heart rate, rhythm, oxygen saturation, and even detect atrial fibrillation.