FDA Clears iRhythm’s Afib-Detecting Wearable Running Software Co-Developed By Verily

The ZEUS (Zio ECG Utilization Software) system for iRhythm’s Zio Watch detects and characterizes atrial fibrillation over time to aid doctors in diagnosing the condition. The company expects to begin commercializing it next year.

Zio Watch
Zio Watch • Source: iRhythm Technologies Inc

[Editor's Note: This article was updated on 26 July to clarify which parts of the ZEUS system for iRhythm's Zio Watch were developed by Verily and iRhythm, respectively.]

The US Food and Drug Administration cleared the ZEUS (Zio Electrocardiogram Utilization Software) system for iRhythm’s Zio Watch, a...

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