LINQ II™ Insertable Cardiac Monitoring (ICM) System
Stay connected to your doctor with the LINQII personalised cardiac monitor.
Why LONG-TERM MONITORING MAY HELP
Information is the key to better healthcare.
But irregular heartbeats may occur infrequently, making the underlying condition hard to find and treat. With continuous, long-term monitoring, your doctor can get information about your heart to help find the right answer for you.
The LINQ II System includes:
- A small insertable cardiac monitor (ICM) that is placed just under the skin during a minimally invasive procedure.
- Either a smartphone/tablet app or home communicator that collects heart rhythm data from the ICM and sends it to your doctor.
Patient benefits:
- Discreet — not visible in most patients
- Longevity — detects abnormal heart rhythms for up to 5 years†1
- Portable — the MyCareLink Heart™ mobile app goes wherever you go (cellular and Wi-Fi service availability applies)
- MRI Compatible* — Can be used for MRI at 1.5 and 3.0T with no post-insertion waiting required1,2
Cardiac Monitoring Options to Fit Your Lifestyle
MyCareLink Heart Mobile App
How the LINQ II System Works with the MyCareLink Heart Mobile App
Use your smartphone to automatically transfer device data via the MyCareLink Heart mobile app, even outside the home.§ll
§ Please visit MCLHeart.com for a list of compatible smartphones and tablets.
ll Patients must keep their smartphone or tablet up to date to use the app.
LINQ II ICM
End-to-end encryption keeps your LINQ II data secure
Your Mobile Device
Cellular or Wi-Fi
Your Clinic
Once your LINQ II ICM is inserted, all you need to do is:
- Visit MCLHeart.com for a list of compatible devices.
- Ensure your smartphone is connected to Wi-Fi or cellular service.
- Open your MyCareLink Heart mobile app in the background or foreground.
- Keep your mobile device and software current to stay connected to your clinic.
To download the MyCareLink Heart mobile app, visit MCLHeart.com or the Apple® or Google Play™ app stores.
MyCareLink Heart App - (05:24)
Watch this video for Instructions to Download and Set-Up the MyCareLink Heart App.
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Mark symptoms as they happen¶: Your doctor may choose to add optional symptom marking to your LINQ II ICM if you receive the MyCareLink Heart mobile app.
The symptom marking will:
- Help your doctor compare heart rhythm data to symptoms marked.
- Send this information to your clinic the next time the app pairs.
¶ If prescribed by physician.
MyCareLink Relay Home Communicator
An Alternative Monitoring Option: MyCareLink Relay Home Communicator
MyCareLink Relay home communicator is designed for bedside use. Similar to the app, MyCareLink Relay automatically transmits device data to the CareLink Network (where cellular or Wi-Fi connectivity is available).
LINQ II ICM
End-to-end encryption keeps your LINQ II data secure
MyCareLink Relay
Home Communicator
Cellular or Wi-Fi
Your Clinic
Once your LINQ II ICM is inserted, all you need to do is:
- Ensure the home communicator is plugged in and powered on within 3 meter or 10 feet of where you sleep.
- Ensure the home communicator is in a location with adequate cellular signal or Wi-Fi connected.
Your doctor may choose to add an optional patient assistant to your LINQ II ICM if you receive a MyCareLink Relay home communicator. The patient assistant will:
- Help your doctor compare heart rhythm data to symptoms marked.
- Send this information to your home communicator during your next automatic transmission.
MyCareLink Relay - Getting Started - (02:05)
Watch this video to learn how to get started with the MyCareLink Relay Home Monitor.
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Get Started with Your LINQ II ICM
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Nominal settings.
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With mobile app optimisation set to “off,” the battery is projected to last 4.5 years. With mobile app optimization set to “on,” the battery is projected to last 2.5 years. See patient manual for additional information.
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See patient manual for additional information.
§
Please visit MCLHeart.com for a list of compatible smartphones and tablets.
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Patients must keep their smartphone or tablet up to date to use the app.
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If prescribed by physician.
References
1
Nölker G, Mayer J, Boldt LH, et al. Performance of an Implantable Cardiac Monitor to Detect Atrial Fibrillation: Results of the DETECT AF Study. J Cardiovasc Electrophysiol. December 2016;27(12):1403-1410.
2
Confirm Rx™ ICM DM3500 FDA Clearance Letter. 2017.
3
BIOTRONIK BioMonitor 2 Technical Manual. 2017.
4
Pürerfellner H, Sanders P, Sarkar S, et al. Adapting detection sensitivity based on evidence of irregular sinus arrhythmia to improve atrial fibrillation detection in insertable cardiac monitors. Europace. November 1, 2018;20(FI_3):f321-f328.
5
LINQ II LNQ22 ICM Clinician Manual. M974764A001D.
6
LINQ II LNQ22 Insertable Cardiac Monitor MRI Technical Manual.
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