Heart Beat Collection

ECGs of a normal heart rate, artwork
Electrocardiograms (ECG) of a normal heart rate, artwork. An ECG measures the electrical activity of the heart. The wave on the ECG appears upwards or downwards depending upon whether the electrical

Irregular heartbeat. Conceptual image of a chest X-ray overlaid with an electrocardiogram (heart monitor) trace showing extrasystole

Red blood cells and heart. Computer artwork of a heart on the silhouette of a person and red blood cells (erythrocytes). The heart is a hollow muscle that pumps blood around the body

Pen And Paper
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The physician as god, Claes Jansz. Visscher (II), 1587

Pregnant woman C018 / 1708
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman listening to her babys heart beat

Pregnant woman C018 / 1709
MODEL RELEASED. Pregnant woman listening to her babys heart beat

Laennec monaural stethoscope, circa 1820 C017 / 6951
English monaural stethoscope, made out of fruitwood, dating from the year 1820. French physician, Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec invented the monaural stethoscope in 1816

Monaural stethoscopes, 19th century C017 / 6931
Five monaural stethoscopes dating from between 1860 and 1890. These are made from ebony and fruitwood. French physician, Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec invented the monaural stethoscope in 1816

Extra long monaural stethoscope, circa 18 C017 / 6948
Unusual extra long monaural stethoscope dating from 1860. This piece was made in England out of fruitwood. French physician

Heart beat, artwork F007 / 7185
Heart beat, computer artwork

Heart beat, artwork F007 / 7186
Heart beat, computer artwork

Heart beat, artwork F007 / 7182
Heart beat, computer artwork

Heart beat, artwork F007 / 7184
Heart beat, computer artwork

Heart beat, artwork F007 / 7187
Heart beat, computer artwork

Heart beat, artwork F007 / 7181
Heart beat, computer artwork

Heart beat, artwork F007 / 7183
Heart beat, computer artwork

Heartbeat, artwork F007 / 6864
Heartbeat, computer artwork

Heart beat, artwork
Heart beat, computer artwork

Monaural stethoscope, circa 1870 C017 / 6975
Monaural stethoscope dating from 1870. The stethoscope is made of gutta percha with a rubber ring at the earpiece end which also functions as a percussor

Monaural stethoscope, circa 1870 C017 / 6937
Billings type monaural stethoscope, made out of fruitwood, dating from around 1870, England. French physician, Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec invented the monaural stethoscope in 1816

Monaural stethoscope, circa 1820 C017 / 6930
English monaural stethoscope, made out of fruitwood, dating from the year 1820. French physician, Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec invented the monaural stethoscope in 1816

Atrial extrasystole, anatomical artwork
Atrial extrasystole. Anatomical computer artwork of a transverse section through a human heart during atrial contraction in extrasystole

Ventricular extrasystole, anatomical artw
Atrial extrasystole. Anatomical computer artwork of a transverse section through a human heart during ventricular contraction in extrasystole

Extrasystole heartbeats, ECG artwork. Diagram showing the electrical activity of the atrium (top) and ventricle (bottom) of a human heart during extrasystole

Ventricular systole, anatomical artwork
Ventricular systole. Anatomical computer artwork of a transverse section through a healthy human heart during ventricular systole of the cardiac cycle (heartbeat)

Monaural stethoscope, circa 1860 C017 / 6974
Monaural stethoscope, designed by French doctor, Pierre Piorry, dating from 1860. The chest piece (bell shaped end) and stem are made from fruitwood and the earpiece is made from ebony

Piorry monaural stethoscope, circa 1850 C017 / 6970
Monaural stethoscope, designed by French doctor, Pierre Piorry, dating from 1850. The chest piece (bell shaped end) and ear piece (thinner end)

Heartbeat, conceptual artwork C013 / 9980
Heartbeat, conceptual computer artwork

Power of the heart, conceptual image C013 / 9982
Power of the heart, conceptual image. Computer artwork of a human heart (left) superimposed on an image of an engine (right), representing the physical power needed to pump blood around the body

Heart activity, conceptual artwork C013 / 9981
Heart activity, conceptual computer artwork

Near-death experience, heartbeat trace C013 / 9462
Near-death experience. Heartbeat trace recorded from left to right over time, showing a normal heartbeat (left) ceasing (flat line)

Irregular heart beat, conceptual image C013 / 8807
Irregular heart beat, conceptual image. Computer artwork of ECG (electrocardiogram) traces (red) behind a human heart, representing cardiac arrhythmia

Obesity clinic C013 / 7681
MODEL RELEASED. Obesity clinic. Male patient undergoing an electrocardiography (ECG) test

Obesity clinic C013 / 7663
MODEL RELEASED. Obesity clinic. Male patient undergoing an electrocardiography (ECG) test

Obesity clinic C013 / 7661
MODEL RELEASED. Obesity clinic. Male patient undergoing an electrocardiography (ECG) test

Obesity clinic C013 / 7664
MODEL RELEASED. Obesity clinic. Male patient undergoing an electrocardiography (ECG) test

Obesity clinic C013 / 7516
MODEL RELEASED. Obesity clinic. Male patient undergoing an electrocardiography (ECG) test

Obesity clinic C013 / 7470
MODEL RELEASED. Obesity clinic. Male patient undergoing an electrocardiography (ECG) test

Heartbeat: computer graphics composition featuring a heart, the " spike" of a single pulse, overlaid on a human torso

ECG electrode on a patient. Electrodes respond to electrical impulses in the heart. They are stuck to the skin with a removable sticky pad (white)

Computer illustration of a healthy heartbeat
Heart trace. Computer illustration of the trace of a normal human pulse, the beat of the heart. The image is based on an electrocardiogram (ECG) trace

ECG. Computer artwork of an electrocardiogram (ECG) showing a normal heart rate. An ECG measures the electrical activity of the heart

Heart disease: hand held up to irregular ECG trace
MODEL RELEASED. Heart disease. Computer artwork of a man holding his hand up to an ECG (electro- cardiogram) trace showing an irregular and falling heartbeat

Heart disease: artwork of an irregular ECG trace

Atrial fibrillation, artwork
Atrial fibrillation. Artwork of a section through a human heart during atrial fibrillation, a rapid, irregular heartbeat. Two electrocardiogram traces (ECGs) are seen at centre left and upper right

Artwork of healthy ECG traces of the heart
Healthy ECG heart traces. Computer-enhanced image of many electrocardiogram (ECG) traces of the normal heartbeat. These ECG heart traces show a healthy heart rhythm

Heart trace
Heartbeat. Conceptual computer artwork of a healthy heartbeat showing a normal ECG trace made up of red blood cells. An ECG (electrocardiograph)

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"Capturing the Rhythm of Life: Exploring the Heart's Symphony" Intricate and mesmerizing, ECGs of a normal heart rate reveal the harmonious dance within our chests. Like an artist's brushstrokes on canvas, these waveforms paint a vivid picture of vitality. Yet, not all heartbeats follow this rhythmic melody. Irregular heartbeat disrupts the symphony, causing concern and requiring medical attention to restore balance. At the core of this intricate system lies our life force – red blood cells tirelessly coursing through veins, nourishing every cell with oxygenated love. The heart acts as their conductor, orchestrating this grand performance. With pen and paper in hand, physicians throughout history have sought to understand and interpret these enigmatic beats. From Claes Jansz. Visscher's depiction of "The physician as god" in 1587 to modern-day ECG technology, humanity has strived to unravel the secrets hidden within each pulse. Even pregnancy holds its own unique rhythm. As expectant mothers' hearts beat for two lives intertwined, C018 / 1708 and C018 / 1709 capture moments frozen in time – a testament to the miracle unfolding within. Advancements in medical instruments have allowed us deeper insights into this symphony. Laennec monaural stethoscope from circa 1820 (C017 / 6951) and Piorry monaural stethoscope from circa 1850 (C017 / 6953) stand as relics showcasing our relentless pursuit of understanding those elusive beats that define existence. Just like militiamen reporting for training at South Staffordshire Regiment Training Depot march together towards a common goal; our hearts too synchronize their cadence when we connect with others emotionally or physically - reminding us that we are never alone in this journey called life. The heartbeat is more than just an essential physiological function; it is a profound symbol of life's vitality.