Remote Cardiac monitoring is a
medical service that involves continuously monitoring a patient's heart
activity. This can be done in a variety of ways, including through the use of
electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) machines, implantable cardiac monitors, or
wearable devices.
The main purpose of cardiac
monitoring is to detect any abnormal heart activity, such as arrhythmias or
irregular heartbeats, and to help diagnose the cause of symptoms such as chest
pain, shortness of breath, or fainting. Cardiac monitoring can also be used to
monitor the effectiveness of treatments for heart conditions and to detect any
changes in a patient's heart activity over time.
There are several types of Remote cardiac monitoring
services, including:
1.
Holter monitoring: A portable ECG device that a patient wears for
24 to 48 hours to continuously monitor their heart activity.
2.
Event monitoring: A type of monitoring that is used to record
heart activity only when symptoms occur.
3.
Telemetry monitoring: A type of monitoring that uses wireless
technology to transmit ECG signals from a patient's bedside to a remote
monitoring center.
4.
Implantable cardiac monitor (ICM): A small device that is
implanted under the skin and can continuously monitor heart activity for
several months to a year.
The choice of which type of cardiac
monitoring to use depends on the patient's specific symptoms and heart
condition. Your healthcare provider can help determine which type of monitoring
is best for you.
