Efficient ECG multi-level wavelet classification through neural network dimensionality reduction

Abstract

In this article, we explore the use of a unique type of wavelets for ECG beat detection and classification. Once the different beats are segmented, classification is performed using at the input of a neural network different wavelet scales. This improves the noise resistance and allows a better representation of the different morphologies. The results, evaluated on the MIT/BIH database, are excellent (97.69% on the normal and PVC classes) thanks to the use of a regularization technique.