Classification of Arrhythmias 12-Lead ECG Signals Based on 1 Dimensional Convolutional Neural Networks

Heart disease is the highest cause of death in the world. Arrhythmia is an abnormality in the rhythm of the heartbeat. The heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly. Arrhythmias are not always dangerous, e.g., someone who does excessive activity has a faster heart rate. Then, a diagnosis is needed to classify arrhythmias. One method used is ECG (Electrocardiogram) signal analysis. The ECG signal consists of P, QRS Complex, and T waves. The morphology of the QRS is used for arrhythmia classification. Currently, cardiologists analyze ECG signals by observing directly. This method is depending on the level of expertise of the cardiologist. Previous research classified arrhythmias based on the QRS morphology from a single ECG lead. As 12-lead ECG devices have now become standard in ECG examinations because abnormalities can be observed from multiple angles. This study proposes the classification of arrhythmias in 12-lead ECG signals based on the morphology of QRS complex waves using a deep learning 1-dimensional Convolutional Neural Network. The output of deep learning is the classification of arrhythmias into four classes, namely: Normal, Right Bundle Branch Block, Premature Ventricular Contraction, and Atrial Premature Beat. The outcome of the proposed system is that each QRS segment is used as input for deep learning, which can improve classification performance compared to the classification carried out by each lead. The experimental results show the method can be done well, with an average Accuracy, Precision, Sensitivity, and F1-Score were 98.8%, 99.2%, 99.2%, and 99.2%, respectively.