An ECG is a recording that shows the electrical impulses that are happening in the heart. It is a frequent test that does not cause any discomfort and is used to discover cardiac issues as well as monitor the health of the heart. This test is performed with an ECG machine.
Where Are ECGs Performed?
An electrocardiogram also called an ECG or EKG, is often performed at a doctor’s office, a clinic, or a patient’s room in a hospital. An ECG machine is frequently found in hospital operating rooms and ambulances. The electrocardiogram may be monitored by some personal gadgets, such as smartwatches. Talk to your doctor about whether or not this is a treatment choice for you.
Types of ECG Machines
If the symptoms are transitory, it is possible that a typical ECG machine recording will not pick them up. It’s possible that your doctor would suggest that you have remote or continuous ECG monitoring. There are a few distinct varieties available.
- Holter monitor – A Holter monitor is a portable device that continuously records an electrocardiogram (ECG), often for 24 to 48 hours.
- Event monitor – This portable ECG machine operates in a manner that is analogous to that of a Holter monitor; however, it only records at predetermined periods for brief intervals at a time. It may be worn for up to 30 days, significantly longer than a Holter monitor. In most cases, you must press a button when you begin to have symptoms. When particular gadgets detect an unusual beat, they will start recording automatically.
