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Maximising clinic efficiency using an implantable loop recorder with remote programming and monitoring for patients with cardiac disease

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: An implantable loop recorder is a device that can be surgically inserted into a patient to continuously monitor cardiac activity over a longer period of time. Data from these devices can be sent directly to a smartphone app and shared with the clinical team, allowing the patient to be monitored in the community. Implantable loop recorders are used to diagnose the causes of conditions such as syncope and detect atrial fibrillation in high-risk individuals. This article discusses the LINQ II device (Medtronic), an implantable loop recorder that has been developed to detect heart rhythms more effectively, handle larger quantities of data, improve the patient experience and streamline clinical workflows. The authors discuss the features and uses of this device, including an example of its implementation in a major NHS hospital in London.

Source: British Journal of Healthcare Management

DOI: 10.12968/bjhc.2025.0022

Authors: Christopher Monkhouse, Pier D Lambiase, Ross J Hunter, Syed Ahsan

Institutions: University College London, Queen Mary University of London, William Harvey Research Institute

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

Funder: Boston Scientific Corporation