Release date: 2008-03-13 A groundbreaking heart monitoring system in the UK is now using satellite technology to keep track of patients with severe heart conditions. One in every 2,500 people in the country suffers from primary dilated cardiomyopathy, a condition that currently has no cure. Ross Kay, a resident of the Isle of Skye in Scotland, is one such patient. However, thanks to a revolutionary heart monitor, his condition is now continuously tracked via satellite. At the age of 36, Kay began experiencing serious heart problems. In December 2006, he started using an advanced heart monitor—an automatic defibrillator—that he wears on his waist, about the size of a matchbox. This device constantly sends signals through satellites, allowing medical professionals to monitor his heartbeat in real time. If the signal detects an irregular heartbeat or a potential cardiac arrest, the company BaiDuLi (a fictional name used here) is immediately alerted and can notify the nearest hospital to the Kay family. The hospital then contacts Kay directly or dispatches medical staff to his location as quickly as possible. The automatic defibrillator not only monitors the patient’s heart activity but also delivers an electric shock if it detects a life-threatening arrhythmia. When the device identifies that the heart may stop beating, it automatically administers a powerful electrical current—up to 800 volts—to restore normal heart function. This rapid response gives medical teams more time to reach the patient and provide critical care, potentially saving lives in emergency situations. This innovative use of satellite technology and wearable medical devices marks a significant advancement in remote patient monitoring. It offers greater peace of mind for patients and their families while ensuring timely medical intervention when needed. As the technology continues to evolve, it holds great promise for improving outcomes for those with chronic heart conditions around the world. ——Shanghai Medical Device Industry Association Bioantibody Biotechnology Co., Ltd. , https://www.bioantibodymedical.com