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What is
Event Monitoring?

A hand-held device is used to record a single channel ECG during a symptom in real time. This test is used primarily to diagnose symptoms suspected to be due to an arrhythmia, but may also be used as a rhythm surveillance device.


What to Expect

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You will be provided with a hand-held device, instruction on how to use it and a diary to record your symptoms.


How to Prepare
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No special preparation is required.

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Echocardiography

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Loop Event Monitoring

A type of heart-monitoring device that records your heart rhythm continuously for up to three years.

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Stress Echocardiogram

A stress echocardiogram tests how well your heart and blood vessels are working, especially under stress.

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Electrocardiography

An electrocardiogram or ECG is a recording of the electrical signals of your heart.

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Nuclear Cardiac Study

An exam that uses radioactive isotopes in conjunction with a gamma camera to capture images of the heart. 

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Contrast Stress Echocardiogram

A contrast stress echocardiogram is a non-invasive cardiac test that combines a stress test and echocardiogram. 

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Holter Monitoring

Holter monitoring is a small, medical device that measures your heart's activity, such as rate and rhythm.

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Treadmill Exercise Test 

A stress test usually involves walking on a treadmill while your heart rhythm, blood pressure and breathing are monitored.

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Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring

Measures blood pressure at regular intervals, usually every 20–30 minutes over a 24 hour period.

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