Extended cardiac monitoring records your heart’s rhythm over a longer period than standard Holter monitoring, for patients whose symptoms occur too infrequently to be reliably captured within 24 to 48 hours.
If you experience palpitations, dizziness or other symptoms that come and go unpredictably, a standard Heart Bug may not be worn for long enough to capture an episode. Extended monitoring covers a longer window, increasing the chance of recording your heart rhythm during a symptomatic episode.
The monitor is worn externally and connects in a similar way to a standard Heart Bug, though for a longer period. You continue your normal daily activities, and your cardiologist will advise on any specific care instructions when the device is fitted.
This service is for patients whose symptoms are too infrequent for standard 24 to 48 hour Holter monitoring to reliably capture.
A Heart Bug records for 24 to 48 hours. Extended cardiac monitoring covers a longer period, for patients whose symptoms occur too infrequently to be reliably captured in that shorter window.
This depends on the specific type of monitoring recommended for your situation. Contact our reception team on (07) 3824 8144 to confirm what extended cardiac monitoring involves for you individually.
Yes, a referral from your GP is required.
If your GP has recommended extended cardiac monitoring, ask them to send a referral directly to BK Heart.
