A multichannel portable ECG system with capacitive sensors

Physiol Meas. 2008 Jul;29(7):783-93. doi: 10.1088/0967-3334/29/7/007. Epub 2008 Jun 18.

Abstract

Capacitive sensors can be employed for measuring the electrocardiogram of a human heart without electric contact with the skin. This configuration avoids contact problems experienced by conventional electrocardiography. In our studies, we integrated these capacitive electrocardiogram electrodes in a 15-sensor array and combined this array with a tablet personal computer. By placing the system on the patient's body, we can measure a 15-channel electrocardiogram even through clothes and without any preparation. The goal of this development is to provide a new diagnostic tool that offers the user a reproducible, easy access to a fast and spatially resolved diagnostic 'heart view'.

MeSH terms

  • Electrocardiography / instrumentation*
  • Humans