The launch of Internet-based remote monitoring is an important milestone in the management of patients with cardiac rhythm management (CRM) devices. A remote monitoring system consists of a portable patient monitor, a central database in a secure server, and a password-protected website, where clinicians can view and analyse patient's device data. The latest CRM devices support automatic wireless data transmission from the device to the patient monitor, making the system even more user-friendly. In Finland the longest experience with remote monitoring of cardiac rhythm management devices is in the Oulu University Hospital. According to our experience remote monitoring provides a tremendous convenience for patients and clinicians and reduces the cost of follow-up.

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