Atrial Fibrillation Detection: Virgen de las Nieves & Clínico San Cecilio Campaign
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Granada Hosts Major Cardiology Congress Amid Advances in Atrial Fibrillation Detection
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Event Overview: SEC25 Congress of cardiovascular Health
The Spanish Society of Cardiology’s SEC25 Congress of Cardiovascular Health is taking place from October 23 too 25, 2024, at the Granada conference Center. This annual event, the most notable in Spanish cardiology, draws over 4,000 national and international cardiovascular professionals. The congress focuses on the latest advancements in diagnosing, treating, and preventing cardiovascular diseases.
Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death in Spain, accounting for more than 115,000 fatalities in 2023, with over 20,000 occurring in Andalusia, according to data from the Spanish National Statistics Institute (INE) INE Mortality statistics.
local hospital Participation and Research
The Clínico San Cecilio and Virgen de las Nieves university hospitals are actively contributing to the SEC25 Congress, presenting more than 70 scientific communications. This demonstrates the dedication of Granada-based professionals to cardiovascular research, innovation, and improved patient care.
Focus on Early Atrial Fibrillation Detection
A key theme at the congress and in related outreach events is the growing use of digital detection devices for atrial fibrillation (AFib). These include smartwatches and mobile applications equipped with pulse recording and electrocardiogram (ECG) capabilities. These technologies offer the potential for earlier identification of AFib, a common heart rhythm disorder that substantially increases stroke risk.
Recent studies demonstrate the effectiveness of wearable devices in detecting AFib. For example, the Apple Watch’s ECG app has been shown to have a high sensitivity and specificity for detecting atrial fibrillation when compared to a traditional 12-lead ECG Apple Heart Study.
At the San Cecilio Clinical Hospital, an informational day was held in the Outpatient Consultation lobby, with talks on atrial fibrillation presented in the center’s multipurpose room. Dr. Ignacio Arroyo Crespo (cardiologist), and nurses Rosa Alonso Cuenca and Sara Vargas Vázquez led the discussions.