HealthWatch Technologies' MasterCaution Device Receives CE Mark Approval

The device contains an embedded processor for data acquisition, data storage, data processing together with an accelerometer, infra-red sensor, and Bluetooth capability.

The HealthWatch Technologies has received CE mark for its MasterCaution Device (MCD), an ECG that can work as a Holter monitor and event recorder that can send readings wirelessly over Bluetooth.

According to the company, the MCD is a multi-purpose ECG device that can function as an ECG machine, event recorder, long-term Holter monitor, and remote telemetry device - all in a single miniature package.

The device contains an embedded processor for data acquisition, data storage, data processing together with an accelerometer, infra-red sensor, and Bluetooth capability.

Dr. Hila Dagan, Clinical & Regulatory Affairs Manager at HealthWatch, said, "The CE Mark (number 632684) clearly recognizes the importance of the new emerging technology of continuous cardiac transmission in pursuit of improving personal health vital for the emerging m-Health industry."

Uri Amir, CEO HealthWatch, said that the CE approval adds data collection and cloud transmission to our product line offering remote 12-lead ECG monitoring saving critical time if cardiac difficulties arise.

Electrocardiogram | ECG | EKG
An ECG is a diagnostic test that records the electrical activity of the heart and helps to detect cardiac abnormalities.

"With this CE approval, we can start launching our MasterCaution product in Europe and ease the process of obtaining local regulatory approvals," Amir added.

Exercise Stress Test / Treadmill Test-Performed-Prepare-Interpreting
A stress test is used to test for heart disease. Exercise stress test is also called exercise electrocardiogram, treadmill test, graded exercise test, or stress ECG.

Source-Medindia