Holter Monitor
This topic will help you understand the Holter monitor and how to prepare for it.
What Is a Holter Monitor?
A Holter monitor is a portable device placed on the chest for 24–48 hours to record heartbeats and rhythm during daily activities. The procedure is neither painful nor dangerous to human health.
When Is a Holter Monitor Performed?
- This procedure is conducted to record and monitor heartbeats during daily activities. The doctor suggests this procedure in the following cases:
- If there are signs and symptoms of irregular heartbeats.
Unexplained fatigue and fainting.
- How Do You Prepare for a Holter Monitor?
- The doctor will explain the details of the procedure to you.
- The procedure requires no fasting from food or drink.
Inform the doctor about your health issues and the medications you are currently using.
During the use of the device, do not forget:
