Heart rhythm disorders often occur only from time to time and are easily missed on a short resting ECG in the practice. With a long-term ECG we record your heart rhythm, usually over 24 hours, during your everyday life, including at night.
When is the examination useful?
- for palpitations, a racing heart or an irregular pulse
- for dizziness or brief loss of consciousness of unknown cause
- if atrial fibrillation is suspected, e.g. after a stroke
- to monitor treatment with medication for the heart rhythm
Procedure
We use a small wireless device that is attached to your chest with adhesive electrodes. It is light and hardly disturbs your daily routine. You go about your usual activities and note any symptoms with the time. You bring the device back the next day. Our computer-assisted evaluation takes about one working day, and we then discuss the result with you.
Please book an appointment for the long-term ECG.
Heart rate variability
On request, we can also evaluate the recording for heart rate variability. It gives an indication of cardiovascular health and stress levels. This evaluation is a self-pay service.