English
Holter Procedure in Delhi

Holter Procedure

Holter Cost in Delhi

play-btn

A Holter monitor is a small, wearable, ambulatory electrocardiography device that helps to record the heart's rate, rhythm and ST changes. The patient wears the device for 24-48 hours as they go about their normal routine activities.

The doctors recommend this test if the ECG doesn't provide enough information about the heart's rhythm and rate. This device helps to determine the risk of irregular heartbeats.

WHY IT'S DONE?

The doctors recommend a Holter monitor if,

  • There are symptoms of irregular heartbeats.

  • The patient faints for an unexplainable reason.

  • There is a heart ailment that can result in the irregularity of the heartbeat.

  • A Holter procedure in Delhi is opted for if the ECG cannot detect irregular heart rhythms. 

RISKS

Holter Records ECG while the person is active or sleeping and in case of any symptoms the patient notes the time and the type of symptom (dizziness, palpitation. Chest pain, breathlessness) which is then tallied with the recorded ECG at that time. 

Holter monitors are safe and have no significant risks. Some patients may feel slight discomfort because of the electrodes on their bodies.

There is usually no effect of other electrical appliances on the Holter monitor. But sometimes, they may interrupt the signals from the electrodes. The patients should keep their mobile phones and portable music systems at a distance from the Holter monitor. They should also avoid electric blankets, razors, toothbrushes, magnets, metal detectors, and microwave ovens.

PREPARATION

The patient must bathe before getting the Holter monitor placed on their body. Once on, the monitor cannot be removed and should be kept dry.

There are no restrictions on a diet. The patient must eat properly and not have an empty stomach before getting a Holter monitor.

The healthcare provider places the electrodes on the chest of the patient. Male patients should shave their chest area as it helps to stick the electrodes.

The electrodes that detect heartbeats are connected to the Holter monitor recording device by wires. Once the Holter monitor is stuck on the body, the patient can go about their normal routine activities.

WHAT TO EXPECT?

During the procedure

  • The patient wears the Holter monitor for 24-48 hours. It is painless and non-invasive. 

  • It is a planned outpatient procedure done in an area of privacy. 

  • The patient needs to wear a hospital gown before getting the monitor. 

  • The technologist will next apply a gel to the chest where the electrodes are stuck with the help of an adhesive. 

  • The electrodes connect to a recording device with wires. The recording device is the size of an AA+ battery. 

  • The patient wears the Holter monitor even while sleeping.

  • While wearing the monitor, the patient cannot take a shower or swim as water can damage it. 

  • In the case of a wireless monitor, the patient can disconnect and reconnect the sensors and the monitors for taking a bath.

The patient can follow their normal routine activities but needs to watch out for the following symptoms:

  • Shortness of breath

  • Chest pain

  • Irregular heartbeat

  • Dizziness

  • Lightheadedness

The patient needs to record the symptoms and activities.

After the procedure

  • After the monitoring period is over, the patient needs to visit the healthcare provider to get the Holter monitor removed. 

  • The symptoms are shared with the doctor to help them diagnose accurately.

RESULTS

  • A Holter monitor testing helps to determine the underlying heart condition and if the heart medications are working or not. 

  • The doctor may suggest an event recorder if the patient feels the symptoms, but the Holter monitor fails to record the irregular heart rhythms.

WHY CHOOSE MANIPAL HOSPITALS?

Manipal Hospitals offers the best cardiology treatment in Delhi. The hospital provides state-of-the-art facilities that combine the latest medical technology with years of expertise and experience from the esteemed cardiology team. We handle all types of heart diseases and give all invasive, non-invasive and interventional procedures.

Look no further and visit Manipal Hospitals to get your heart health checked.

SUMMARY

Holter monitoring is a device used for recording the heart's rhythm. A Holter monitor is a small, portable, ambulatory electrocardiography device used to continuously detect the heart's electrical activity for over 24 hours or more. Doctors get this test done when ECG doesn't give enough information about the heartbeats.

The patient wears the Holter monitor on their chest region, close to the heart, as they go about their routine activities. The monitor is equipped with wires and electrodes and is battery-operated. It helps to find the cause of arrhythmia, heart palpitations and unexplained dizziness. 

The monitor also gives an insight into how well the pacemaker is working, whether the heart is getting oxygen and if heart medications are working fine.

A trained technician connects you to the Holter monitor and checks for the reports after 24 to 48 hours. While wearing the Holter monitor, one is not supposed to bathe, shower or swim.

The monitor is safe and pain-free.

Experience world-class healthcare at Manipal Hospitals. Our expert team of doctors and state-of-the-art facilities ensure personalized and advanced treatments. Take the first step towards wellness. Book an appointment today.

FAQ's

No. There may be some discomfort due to sticking electrodes on the chest, but there are no risks and side effects.

No. It is a device wherein the electrodes applied to the chest detect the heart's electrical signals. There are no chances of a shock from a Holter monitor as no electricity is involved.

The patient can wear a Holter monitor for 24-48 hours or up to 2 weeks. The patient needs to maintain a record book of the activities to help the doctor diagnose the cause of the symptoms.

The patients should try to sleep on their back with the recording device placed at the side to avoid pulling the electrodes.

The patient wearing a Holter monitor must keep cell phones at least 6 inches from the recording device. They should also avoid proximity to magnets, metal detectors, high-voltage electrical wires, and appliances such as shavers, toothbrushes, and microwave ovens.

Home Delhi Specialities Cardiology Holter-procedure

Appointment
Health Check
Home Care
Contact Us
review icon
Review Us
Call Us