SMARTBrugada study: Smartwatch marginosternal application for recording type I Brugada pattern

Heart Rhythm 2026 Open access

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Authors: Angelo Melpignano, Ludovica R. Vocale, Francesco Vitali, Luca Canovi, Federico Gibiino, Chiara Bianchi, Michele Malagù, Cristina Balla, Matteo Bertini
DOI: 10.1016/j.hrthm.2026.04.060
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Abstract

The Type I Brugada pattern—characterized by a coved ST-segment elevation ≥2 mm followed by a negative T-wave in the right precordial leads—is the only diagnostic ECG pattern for Brugada syndrome. This pattern often requires ECG recordings from high precordial leads (2nd and 3rd intercostal spaces) to be unmasked. Furthermore, the dynamic nature of this electrocardiographic alteration frequently renders the pattern non-evident.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ultrasound Imaging and Elastography ECG Monitoring and Analysis Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Heart Rhythm
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Publication date
1 May 2026
Language
EN