what is a cardiac loop recorder
Cardiac Loop Recorder Insertion. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: A cardiac loop recorder is a device used to diagnose heart rhythm problems, such as a fast or irregular heartbeat. It is implanted in your left chest or armpit, just under the skin. The device records a pattern of your heart's rhythm, called an EKG. Your device records automatic EKGs, depending on how your healthcare provider programs it.