Results for tag: "Implantable Loop Recorder"

The Implantable Loop Recorder (ILR) is a type of cardiovascular device used to monitor the heart's electrical activity. It is a small, battery-powered device that is implanted under the skin of the chest and records the heart's electrical activity over a long period of time. The device is used to diagnose and monitor arrhythmias, or abnormal heart rhythms, and can be used to detect the onset of a heart attack. It can also be used to monitor the effectiveness of treatments for arrhythmias. The ILR market is a growing segment of the cardiovascular device market, with a focus on providing long-term monitoring of heart rhythms. The device is used in both clinical and home settings, and is increasingly being used to monitor patients with chronic conditions such as atrial fibrillation. Some companies in the ILR market include Medtronic, Abbott, Biotronik, Boston Scientific, and St. Jude Medical. Show Less Read more