Implantable cardiac monitor

Implantable cardiac monitors are small, battery-powered devices surgically placed under the skin to continuously track the heart’s electrical activity. Clinically, they help diagnose and manage irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias) or detect early signs of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) in patients with unexplained symptoms or known risk factors.

These devices are typically regulated as medical implants, often requiring premarket approval or clearance depending on jurisdiction. They’re usually single-use or long-term implants, with data transmitted wirelessly to external systems for patient alerts or remote monitoring by healthcare providers.