implanted ECG recorder; implantable loop monitor (LINQ)

Indications

• infrequent asymptomatic or symptomatic cardiac arrhythmias
• increased diagnosis of atrial fibrillation & anticoagulation
  • no reduction in stroke

Advantages

• long-term continuous ECG monitoring
• specific heart rate or QRS parameters can be set to initiate recording of data
• data may be sent to cardiologist (or manufacturer)

Disadvantages

• invasive procedure with some risk
• device must be explanted later

More general terms

• event monitoring (event recording, loop recording)