Remote monitoring in cardiology is a model of digital health that enables clinicians to monitor cardiac devices and patient health data in real time without the need for frequent hospital visits. It is commonly used for patients with pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), cardiac resynchronization therapy devices, and those with chronic heart failure. Remote monitoring systems obtain meaningful information such as heart rhythm, device function, heart rate variability, and fluid status, which are transmitted securely to providers of healthcare. Clinicians are able to detect device malfunction, arrhythmia, or worsening heart failure sooner in order to take timely action and avoid emergency hospitalizations.
Remote monitoring provides benefits for safety, convenience and more individualized care for patients. Continuous data analysis provides the opportunity to modify medications, schedule interventions or provide recommendations, resulting in better outcomes for higher risk cardiac patients. Also, through integration with telemedicine platforms, remote monitoring allows further clinical collaboration between patients and care teams, enhancing adherence with therapy and lifestyle recommendations. With advancements in wearable sensors, AI-driven analytics, and wireless connectivity, remote monitoring is emerging as a vital component of contemporary cardiology by supporting proactive management, quality of life, and the overall burden of cardiovascular disease to patients and the healthcare system.""