
The classical long-term ECG is not suitable for longer monitoring times. For this reason, the more rare cardiac events usually can‘t be recorded this way. The typical event recorder does find possibly risky states, but doesn‘t allow for direct and immediate telediagnosis. Corscience has therefore developed an intelligent chest strap, which continuously measures and analyzes a 1-channel ECG via two hard electrodes made of stainless steel. The following rhythmic pathologies are detected: Tachycardias, VF/VT, AF and Bradycardias.
Motion artefacts can be effectively suppressed with a built-in motion sensor, allowing the maximum sensitivities and specificities to be reached.
The intelligent algorithm analyzes the ECG and, if an arrhythmia occurs, records a 2-minute ECG (one minute before and one minute after the arrhythmia). The memory capacity is about 20 minutes or 10 events. The recorded measurements are then read out via Bluetooth. The saved events are visualized and documented in the VM300 PC software. This is also where the belt is configured.
The typical event recorder does find possibly risky states, but doesn‘t allow for direct and immediate telediagnosis. Therefore, data can almost be transmitted live with the CorBELT mobile software.
The ECG signal is sent to an intermediate relay station, usually a cell phone, via a Bluetooth connection, and is then further transmitted to a rescue dispatch center, a clinic, treating physicians or heath care services. This guarantees the wearer of the system optimum medical diagnostic monitoring and good security at the same time. The necessary help measures can be initiated immediately and medical diagnosis is made easier.
The chest strap can be operated with a standard or rechargeable battery. It is biocompatible and has special electrode technology which requires no unpleasant gel layer or disposable articles. The belt is extremly easy to wear.
Further information can be found on the data sheet (PDF).