Sternal ECG Patch Comparison Trial

Comparison of a Sternal ECG Patch With a Standard Recording System for Holter Monitoring

This study is intended to compare the new Carnation Ambulatory Monitoring (CAM) System, a patch monitoring system, with the Holter monitoring system. Holters represent the current standard for continuous recording of the ECG over extended periods.

The purpose of this research is to simplify the system of recording ECGs. Carnation Ambulatory Monitoring (CAM) System is a small patch system that can be worn during most activities include showering. Each patient will be his or her own control, and will wear the CAM and Holter systems simultaneously for 24 hours. Both systems will then be sent out for analysis.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Syncope of uncertain etiology or
• Pre-syncope of uncertain etiology or
• Palpitations of uncertain etiology or
• Management of known AF/SVT patients

Exclusion Criteria:

• Any dermatitis or infected skin over the sternum (Carnation patch) or left upper anterior thorax (Zio patch).
• A sternal or thoracic incision that extends under the patch within 3 months from the date of enrollment