What is an event recorder?
An event recorder is a device that helps to record the electrical activity of a heart. It is a portable device. It is like an ECG but for a longer period. An event recorder will immediately send the data it records to your healthcare physician. This enables them to examine your heart's electrical activity while experiencing symptoms.
When is an event recorder used?
Your doctor can examine your heart's activity at rest and a specific moment with tests like electrocardiograms. However, irregular heartbeats and cardiac symptoms might come and go. An event monitor's primary function is to capture your heart rate and rhythm during a symptom (or "event"). They only function when the user switches on the gadget. If your symptoms are mild and less often than every day, your doctor can suggest an event monitor.
If you have arrhythmias, which are fast, slow, or irregular heartbeats, you might be advised to wear a cardiac event recorder. Other symptoms like fainting and dizziness might also indicate that you require an event monitor.
How does an event recorder work?
Your cardiac event monitor will record your heart rhythms after receiving them wirelessly or by cables from sensors on your chest. Your healthcare physician will get this information by phone or computer so they may evaluate it and check for any unusual heart rhythms. They may call you and inquire about your symptoms if they see an arrhythmia that is concerning.
Are there any risks?
It's safe to use event recorders. They don't hurt at all. The adhesive patches used to affix the sensors to your chest might occasionally irritate your skin. When the patches are taken off, any skin discomfort vanishes.
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