Implantable loop recorder

Last revised by Dr Henry Knipe ◉ ◈ on 03 Aug 2020

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Citation:

Tatco, V., Knipe, H. Implantable loop recorder. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org. (accessed on 16 Oct 2021) https://radiopaedia.org/articles/51872?iframe=true

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https://radiopaedia.org/articles/51872?iframe=true

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51872

Article created:

11 Mar 2017 by Dr Vincent Tatco ◉

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8 times by 2 users - see full revision history

System:

Cardiac

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Tag:

cardiology, medical devices chest, medical devices thorax

Synonyms:

Insertable loop recorder
Insertable cardiac monitor

Implantable loop recorders, also known as insertable cardiac monitors, are small insertable devices that continuously monitor and record cardiac rhythms. They are placed subcutaneously and used for the evaluation of patients with recurrent unexplained episodes of palpitations or syncope. They should not be confused for a USB flash drive or e-vape device.

Patients with implantable loop recorders can safely undergo MRI, however, the device may record electromagnetic interference (EMI) artifacts as arrhythmias. Although most recent models of implantable loop recorders are generally MRI compatible, some brands have received MRI conditional labeling ³.