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Electrocardiogram device

US8731632B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateAug 18, 2011
Grant dateMay 20, 2014
Priority date
Expiry dateMar 13, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B5/0006
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An electrocardiogram device, and a corresponding method of administering an electrocardiogram, includes a housing that is placed over a patient's chest, a plurality of electrodes mounted on the housing that align with precordial positions, a conductive gel pad detachably affixed on the housing between the electrodes and the patient's body, and an attachment mechanism for attaching the electrocardiogram device to the patient's chest. The electrocardiogram device of the present invention is suitable for portable or remote testing, and it ensures proper placement of the electrodes for accurate and consistent results.

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