Archive · 4 Sep 2025
AI Stethoscope Diagnoses Heart Conditions in 15 Seconds
Doctors in the UK have created an AI stethoscope that quickly checks for heart problems.
This device can detect issues like heart failure and irregular heartbeats in just 15 seconds.
The AI analyzes heart sounds and performs an ECG.
This new technology, funded by the British Heart Foundation and NIHR, could help diagnose conditions earlier than traditional methods.
The stethoscope is designed for use on patients who are already experiencing symptoms of heart problems.
An AI-powered stethoscope can diagnose heart conditions in 15 seconds.
The device detects heart failure, heart valve disease, and irregular heart rhythms.
The AI stethoscope also performs a rapid ECG test.
UK researchers developed the AI technology, manufactured by a US-based company.
The stethoscope is intended for patients showing heart problem symptoms.
- Who
- Researchers at Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
- What
- Developed an AI-powered stethoscope
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- UK
- Why
- To enable earlier detection and treatment of heart conditions
- Developers
- Researchers at Imperial College London & Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
- Manufacturer
- Eko Health (California)
- Conditions Detected
- Heart failure, heart valve disease, and abnormal heart rhythms
- Diagnosis Time
- 15 seconds
- Additional Function
- ECG
- Funding
- British Heart Foundation and NIHR
- Target Patients
- Patients already showing symptoms of heart problems
Sources
London Doctors Have Developed An AI Stethoscope That Can Detect 3 Major Heart Conditions In 15 Seconds; Details Inside
Take heart in AI stethoscope: Eko Duo capable of Quick and sharp diagnosis at UK clinics - Telegraph India
