What is a Holter and how does it work?
Holter is a convenient and affordable screening solution that allows you to monitor and conduct daily (within 24-48 hours of ECG) heart and blood pressure studies (or separately). Combined Holter is a miniature laboratory that performs blood pressure monitoring, pulse oximetry, and accelerometry to obtain a comprehensive picture of the patient's cardiopulmonary system. Thanks to advanced evaluation algorithms, the Holter monitor provides more accurate data than a standard ECG.
What is Holter monitoring for?
The Holter device can be used to identify heart rhythm abnormalities and abnormalities in heart function, as well as to analyze the reaction of the cardiovascular system to various states of the body - from physical activity to rest and emotional experiences. Holter is a non-invasive and highly informative method with basic medical indications for use:
- Diagnosis of arrhythmias.
- Detection of cardiac ischemia.
- Evaluation of treatment effectiveness.
The Holter monitoring system is prescribed for a variety of conditions associated with heart rhythm disturbances - from tachycardia to arrhythmia and bradycardia. Holter monitoring is also necessary in the presence of symptoms such as dizziness, general weakness, shortness of breath, and chest pain, especially if their cause cannot be determined during conventional testing.
Holter testing is especially important for patients with congenital heart disease, regardless of whether they have been operated on, as well as for those who have had a myocardial infarction. Holter examination is necessary to check the functioning of the pacemaker and monitor the state of the cardiovascular system. Additionally, Holter monitor is indicated for patients with overweight and endocrine system diseases for a comprehensive assessment of their health status.
Types of Holter monitors
Holter monitors offered in the
Medigo.com.ua catalog from the brands Meditech, Heaco, Labtech are divided as follows:
Holter by monitoring duration
- Daily Holter. Standard daily monitoring lasting 24 hours.
- Weekly. Extended weekly study with the help of a holter, which is carried out for 3-7 days for a more detailed analysis of cardiac activity and blood pressure.
Functionality of the holter system
- ECG-Holter is a portable, lightweight, reliable, daily ECG monitor (according to Holter).
- The device for Holter monitoring with blood pressure measurement - the main task is to screen for hypertension in outpatient settings.
- Holter ECG+Blood Pressure meets all modern requirements and standards, which helps to obtain high quality ECG signals and blood pressure data. Synchronization of ECG and blood pressure results allows for a comprehensive assessment of the patient's cardiovascular system.
Features of the choice of holters
To establish an accurate diagnosis, it is important to choose the right
cardiology equipment, which also applies to holter systems. What to look for:
- The accuracy of measurements is ensured by an expert system for evaluating and analyzing the data obtained and an alarm system for monitoring the quality of electrode application built into the holter monitor.
- The duration of the holter's operation without recharging is determined by the number and capacity of the batteries, and the batteries can be removed/changed directly during recording.
- Convenience of wearing the Holter monitor. The small size, compact design, strap and proper fixation of the holter system make the procedure much more comfortable.
Where to buy a holter in Ukraine?
On the MediGo medical portal, the price of a holter depends on the specific system, manufacturer, and configuration. Here you can purchase not only a holter, but also buy accessories for it, such as a cuff and holster, as well as other
diagnostic equipment for medical practice.
When ordering a holter on our website, you can choose a convenient way to receive it: delivery by MediGo courier in Kyiv, pickup, or delivery by New mail to any city. Together with the holder, you get a full support package - professional advice, technical assistance and training for your staff to work with the holder equipment. We also provide full after-sales service both during the warranty period and after it expires.
Make a choice in favor of a Holter monitor from MediGo now and improve your diagnostic efficiency today!
FAQ
How much does a holter monitor cost?
The cost of a holter monitor on the MediGo website starts from 97 500.00 ₴.
How does a Holter differ from a regular ECG?
Holter sensor is a portable electrocardiogram (ECG) and blood pressure recorder that is attached to the patient's chest and is used to monitor the electrical activity of the heart throughout the day. The Holter monitor records impulses from the heart, which are then analyzed by a cardiologist using computer analysis.