Products - Medical / Vascular Monitoring / Model HCG-801 Products - FAQ     What is the OMRON HeartScan Portable ECG? What can I find out, using the OMRON HeartScan Portable ECG? How is this product different from 12 lead ECG taken in hospitals? What it indicated when there is a problem with my pulse? Is it possible that the results indicate I have a serious heart disease? Should I see my doctor immediately? Or, is it OK to wait a few days until my next appointment? What is the OMRON HeartScan Portable ECG? This electrocardiograph measures your electrocardiographic wave in order to analyze "whether your heart rhythm is too fast or slow or irregular" and "whether your electrocardiographic wave is normal or not." If these are not normal, it could be a sign of arrhythmia or angina.However, this equipment can not diagnose a disease. This device can show a message based on analyzed results from your electrocardiogram, but always ask a doctor about the measurements.   Back to Top What can I find out, using the OMRON HeartScan Portable ECG? An ECG is very useful in determining heart diseases. A doctor examines the electric signal along with other information and uses it to determine treatment. However, generally, most people do not know how to interpret the ECG.Therefore, this product analyzes the measured ECG automatically and displays a message based on the recorded wave.   Back to Top How is this product different from 12 lead ECG taken in hospitals? There are different types of ECG's depending on their purpose.The 12 lead ECG found at hospitals are useful for detailed examinations.However, these examinations are done at hospitals, so it is sometimes difficult to measure your daily ECG. On the other hand, this portable ECG can not take as detailed an ECG as the 12 lead version.However, this device allows people to record their ECG instantly when they feel a certain symptom.Therefore, when a doctor diagnoses your symptoms, such measurements are helpful reference information.   Back to Top What it indicated when there is a problem with my pulse? Generally speaking, an abnormal pulse indicates arrhythmia. There are many different kinds of arrhythmia such as a rapid or slow heart rate or irregular heartbeats. When the electrocardiograph finds an irregular pulse it will recommend you to please consult your doctor. This device can not give a full diagnosis.   Back to Top Is it possible that the results indicate I have a serious heart disease? This device can not determine whether or not you have a disease. An ECG is an effective way for examining your heart condition.However, this device can not catch signs of all heart diseases. This device can not give a diagnosis, so if you have any concerns, please see your doctor as soon as possible.   Back to Top Should I see my doctor immediately? Or, is it OK to wait a few days until my next appointment? Your body's condition and symptoms are always changing. The ECG measured by this portable device is only the result at the time the measurement was taken.Therefore, it can not decide whether or not you should go to see your doctor immediately or whether you can wait a few days.In case of subjective symptoms it is recommended you see a doctor as soon as possible.   Back to Top Questions from Medical Professionals