Table 5.
Summary of test characteristics of selected AF screening modalities
| Modality | Sensitivity (reported range) | Specificity (reported range) | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pulse palpation | 91.6 (16.0–100) | 78.8 (65.0–91.0) | 17,20,22,50 |
| 12-lead ECG | 92.7 (66.0–100) | 97.4 (85.0–98.0) | 18,50 |
| Blood pressure cuff | 95.5 (69.5–98.6) | 91.9 (86.7–98.9) | 32,50,53 |
| Single-lead ECG | 96.1 (36.8–98.0) | 94.0 (91.4–100) | 21,50,83 |
| Patch monitor | 100* | 96.6* | 84 |
| Photoplethysmography | 92.9 (77.0–100.0) | 97.7 (86.7–99.7) | 47,50,60,73 |
*
Uncertainty not reported