Samsung announced that a clinical study found that Galaxy Watch6 data predicted vasovagal syncope up to 5 minutes before episodes.

Samsung said Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital led the study on 132 patients with suspected vasovagal syncope symptoms during induced fainting tests. Samsung said the model reached 84.6% accuracy, 90% sensitivity, and 64% specificity.

Samsung stated that the team used heart rate variability data from a Galaxy Watch photoplethysmography sensor, along with an AI algorithm. Samsung reported the findings appeared in Volume 7, Issue 4 of the European Heart Journal – Digital Health.

Samsung announced vasovagal syncope involves a sudden drop in heart rate and blood pressure that causes temporary loss of consciousness. Samsung said the condition can lead to injuries from falls.

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