Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) account for the majority of non-communicable diseases among the Indian population. Improved detection methods and early diagnosis are crucial in cardiac arrhythmias including tachycardia and atrial brillation. This study examined individuals at a medical camp to determine the heart rate and the occurrence of cardiac arrhythmias. Methods: This population-based, crosssectional, multidisciplinary study was conducted in 80 centers across India. Data regarding heart rate was collected from individuals attending medical camp using the Omron Complete Blood Pressure Monitor + EKG Model BP7900. The collected data was analyzed using the reports generated by the device and categorized into normal heart rate, tachycardia, and possible atrial brillation (AF). Results: A total of 1500 individuals were analyzed, of which 77.5% individuals presented with normal heart rate, followed by 15.3% individuals with tachycardia, and 2.3% with possible atrial brillation. The mean (SD) normal heart rate, tachycardia and AF were 85.3 (11.7) bpm, 101.1 (13.6) bpm, and 85.9 (14.3) bpm respectively. Among analyzed individuals, (men; n=603 and women; n=264) majority of men and women presented with normal heart rate (77.9% and 79.2%), followed by tachycardia (13.8% and 16.3%) , and atrial brillation (3.5% and 1.1%) respectively. Conclusion: Most of the analyzed population had a normal heart rate, followed by tachycardia. Men had a higher prevalence of cardiac arrhythmias (tachycardia and AF) than women. Individuals were advised to seek an early diagnosis to avoid future cardiovascular complications.
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