24-hour ECG recording, commonly known as Holter monitoring, is a sophisticated diagnostic test designed to continuously record your heart’s electrical activity over a 24-hour period. This advanced technique provides detailed insights into your heart’s rhythm and detects abnormalities that may not be visible during a standard ECG performed in a clinical setting.
During Holter monitoring, you will wear a small, portable device equipped with electrodes attached to your chest. The device continuously records your heart’s electrical activity as you go about your daily activities, including sleeping. The electrodes are secured with adhesive patches to ensure accurate and uninterrupted recording.
Holter monitoring offers several advantages for diagnosing and managing various cardiac conditions:
• Comprehensive Monitoring: Captures continuous data on your heart’s rhythm throughout a full day and night, providing a complete picture of its function.
• Detection of Arrhythmias: Identifies irregular heartbeats or arrhythmias that may be sporadic and not detectable during a brief ECG test.
• Assessment of Symptoms: Correlates symptoms such as palpitations, dizziness, or fainting with recorded heart rhythms, aiding in accurate diagnosis.
• Evaluation of Treatment: Monitors the effectiveness of ongoing treatments for heart rhythm disorders and adjusts therapy based on real-time data.
During the Holter monitoring period, you will be asked to wear the recording device and keep a diary of your daily activities and any symptoms experienced. It is important to follow instructions carefully to ensure accurate data collection. The device is typically worn for 24 hours, after which the data will be analyzed by your healthcare provider.
