Keywords

AF, atrial fibrillation, implantable loop recorders, stroke

Authors

1. Cadet, Myriam Jean PhD, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
2. Ronca, Kathleen DNP, APRN-BC, NP-C

Abstract

Abstract: Implantable loop recorders (ILRs) are cardiac-monitoring devices that detect dangerous dysrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation (AF). This article discusses whether ILRs can prevent strokes in high-risk patients by detecting AF.