Event monitor
Event Monitor is a medical device used to record the heart's electrical activity. It is primarily used to diagnose cardiac arrhythmias and other heart-related conditions.
Overview[edit | edit source]
An Event Monitor is a type of ECG device that records the heart's electrical activity over a prolonged period. Unlike a standard ECG, which captures a snapshot of the heart's activity at a single point in time, an event monitor can be worn for days or weeks. This allows for the detection of irregularities that may not occur during a standard ECG test.
Types of Event Monitors[edit | edit source]
There are two main types of event monitors: loop recorders and post-event recorders.
Loop Recorders[edit | edit source]
Loop Recorders continuously record the heart's electrical activity. When the wearer experiences symptoms, they press a button on the device to save a recording of the surrounding time period. This allows doctors to see what was happening immediately before, during, and after the symptomatic event.
Post-Event Recorders[edit | edit source]
Post-Event Recorders start recording when they detect an abnormal heart rhythm or when the wearer presses a button in response to symptoms. They are useful for capturing events that the wearer may not be aware of, such as nocturnal arrhythmias.
Uses[edit | edit source]
Event monitors are used to diagnose a variety of heart conditions, including AFib, Bradycardia, and Tachycardia. They can also be used to monitor the effectiveness of treatments for these conditions.
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