Reveal Plus (TM) implantable loop recorders for the investigation of syncope and other events - horizon scanning review
NHSC
Record ID 32005000011
English
Authors' objectives:
To assess the potential for future impact of insertable loop recorders for the diagnosis of syncope.
Authors' recommendations:
The Reveal Plus Implantable Loop Recorder (ILR) is an implanted diagnostic device designed to provide a minimum of 14 months of monitoring and storage of ECG information recorded during symptomatic and asymptomatic episodes, including tachycardia and bradycardia. ILRs are indicated for the diagnosis of underlying cardiac causes of syncope in patients at increased risk of arrhythmias, and patients who experience transient symptoms that may suggest a cardiac arrhythmia. Research evidence from 2 randomised trials has demonstrated statistically significant higher rates of diagnosis with ILRs compared to conventional testing. ILRs may be indicated in the investigation of epilepsy.
Authors' methods:
Overview
Details
Project Status:
Completed
Year Published:
2004
URL for published report:
http://www.psy-flow.com/sites/psy-flow/files/docs/flow.pdf
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
England, United Kingdom
MeSH Terms
- Electrocardiography, Ambulatory
- Electrodes, Implanted
- Syncope
Contact
Organisation Name:
NIHR Horizon Scanning Centre
Contact Address:
The NIHR Horizon Scanning Centre, Department of Public Health, Epidemiology, and Biostatistics, School of Health and Population Sciences, University of Birmingham, 90 Vincent Drive, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2SP. United Kingdom. Tel: +44 121 414 7831, Fax: +44 121 2269
Contact Name:
c.packer@bham.ac.uk
Contact Email:
c.packer@bham.ac.uk
Copyright:
National Horizon Scanning Centre (NHSC)
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