Apple Watch Sleep Apnea Detection Approved by FDA: Revolutionizing Health Monitoring
Apple Watch Sleep Apnea Detection: A New Era in Health Monitoring
Apple's new sleep apnea detection has won official approval from the FDA just ahead of the release of WatchOS 11. The FDA notification, as spotted by TechCrunch, means that the agency has reviewed the safety and effectiveness of the feature and determined that the potential benefits outweigh any potential risks.
Sleep apnea is a potentially serious condition in which your breathing periodically stops and restarts throughout the night. Since the disorder prevents your body from getting enough oxygen, untreated cases can lead to an increased risk of hypertension, cardiac issues, and even death. The new feature will provide notifications for users who have not been previously diagnosed with sleep apnea, using algorithms to analyze sensor signals.
How Does the Sleep Apnea Detection Work?
- Risk Assessment: The Apple Watch will assess the risk of sleep apnea in users.
- Involves using software algorithms and sensor data.
- Not intended as a standalone diagnosis.
It is designed to guide users to seek further medical evaluation if necessary, making it a user-friendly option for health monitoring.
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