Procedure
Holter Monitor
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Holter Monitor
, Continuous EKG Monitor, Continuous ECG Monitor
See Also
Event Monitor
Indications
Frequent or predictable episodes
Syncope
or
Near-Syncope
Palpitation
s
Description
Ambulatory EKG monitor worn by patient
Records continuously for 24 to 48 hours
Patient keeps a diary of symptoms during monitoring
Advantages
Continuous recording if episode occurs while monitored
Disadvantages
Limited recording time may miss intermittent episodes
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