24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) in Herzquartier Mülheim (Kardiologische Gemeinschaftspraxis)
About the clinic
The 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) at Herzquartier Mülheim in Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany, tracks blood pressure fluctuations throughout a full day and night cycle. This diagnostic helps doctors confirm hypertension and evaluate the effectiveness of current blood pressure medications. The clinic is regulated by the North Rhine Medical Association and uses standardized protocols to create a detailed daily blood pressure profile.
Diagnostic Method and Process
The clinic uses an automatic oscillometric upper-arm blood pressure cuff connected to a portable recorder. This device inflates at regular intervals while the patient performs normal daily activities. The monitoring process includes the following steps:
- Automatic measurements. The device captures 40–60 readings over a 24-hour period.
- Night-time tracking. The cuff records blood pressure during sleep to identify hidden nocturnal hypertension.
- Outpatient setting. Patients wear the device at home and return it to the clinic the next day.
- Daily profile generation. A physician analyzes the recorded data to visualize blood pressure patterns.
Specialized Cardiac Care
Herzquartier Mülheim integrates ABPM into a specialized hypertension consultation. This session allows for a precise cardiac work-up based on the recorded data. The clinic is part of the Herzquartier network, which includes branches in Düsseldorf and Mönchengladbach. Team members are active in the European Society of Cardiology and the Heart Failure Association. To protect privacy, the clinic stores all patient data in an encrypted format at an external facility.
When to Request This Monitoring
This diagnostic is suitable for patients who need to verify high blood pressure readings taken in a medical setting. It is also used to optimize therapy for those already on medication. The detailed profile reveals whether blood pressure stays within a safe range during stressful periods or while resting. Patients interested in a cardiac evaluation can leave a request on Bookimed to arrange their diagnostic visit.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
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| Coronary angiography | Price on request |
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Herzquartier Mülheim (Kardiologische Gemeinschaftspraxis): more details about the clinic
Herzquartier is a private cardiology practice network in North Rhine–Westphalia, Germany. It operates branches in Mülheim an der Ruhr, Düsseldorf, and Mönchengladbach. The network is a specialized outpatient center for heart disease prevention and rhythm disorder diagnostics. The medical team includes board-certified specialists in internal medicine, cardiology, and emergency medicine.
Collaborations and Clinical Network
The practice maintains active cooperation with regional hospitals to ensure continuity of care. These partnerships connect outpatient diagnostics with hospital treatment when inpatient care is needed.
- St. Marien Hospital Mülheim an der Ruhr
- Evangelisches Krankenhaus Mülheim an der Ruhr
- Elisabeth-Krankenhaus Essen
- Städtische Kliniken Mönchengladbach
- Florence-Nightingale-Krankenhaus Düsseldorf
- Allgemeines Krankenhaus Viersen
Patient data is stored with encryption at a controlled external facility. Team members belong to the European Society of Cardiology and the Heart Failure Association.
Specialties and Cardiac Procedures
The clinic specializes in interventional cardiology and rhythm management. Specialists perform stent implantations to open blocked arteries. Around 99% of these procedures use wrist artery access. This reduces bleeding risk compared to traditional groin access.
The rhythm disorder unit treats conditions such as atrial fibrillation. Specialists use the following diagnostic and treatment methods:
- Electrical cardioversion to restore normal heart rhythm
- Electrophysiological investigations (EPU) to map electrical activity
- 3D-mapping for precise localization of rhythm disturbances
- Mobile ECG technologies including My Diagnostik and Zenicor systems
A dedicated telemedicine center in Mülheim monitors patients with cardiac implants. A device with a global SIM card lets doctors check pacemakers and defibrillators remotely from anywhere. The telemedical team reviews transmitted data every working day.
Cardiac Device Implantation
Herzquartier performs on-site implantations of devices for heart rate regulation and monitoring. This includes Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) biventricular systems. The technology adds an electrode to stimulate the left ventricle, restoring heart synchronization in patients with chronic heart failure.
The surgical team also implants the following devices:
- Pacemakers for heart rate regulation
- Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICD) for life-threatening arrhythmias
- Event recorders for long-term monitoring lasting up to 3 years
Preventive Cardiology and Lipidology
The network offers structured Herz-Check-up programs for early detection of heart disease. These programs combine physiological testing with vascular risk assessment. Specialized consultation hours cover lipidology, treating disorders like familial hypercholesterolemia and Lp(a) elevation.
Preventive screenings include programs for different patient needs:
- Cardio-check for general heart health
- Stroke-check for brain health and vascular risk
- Marathon-check for athletes and high-intensity trainers
- Vascular-check for peripheral artery health
Diagnostic Equipment and Technologies
The catheter laboratory uses FFR (pressure wire measurement). This determines if a vessel narrowing restricts blood flow to the heart muscle. For detailed imaging inside the coronary arteries, specialists use IVUS (intravascular ultrasound). This technology shows high-resolution views of vessel walls that standard X-rays might miss.
Advanced imaging and screening tools at the clinic include:
- Cardio-CT with contrast medium to visualize coronary anatomy
- Cardio-MRI to diagnose myocarditis and cardiomyopathies (heart muscle diseases)
- Stress echocardiography to detect blood-flow problems during physical exertion
- Spiroergometry to measure oxygen uptake and metabolic consumption
- SAS Polygraphy for home-based sleep apnea screening
Vascular assessments use carotid ultrasound to check for plaque buildup in neck arteries. The clinic also uses 12-channel rest and exercise ECG systems for standard cardiac evaluations.
International Patient Services
Herzquartier provides consultations in English and German. The telemedicine service is especially useful for international patients with implants. It offers worldwide connectivity, so remote follow-up care continues after patients return home. The team responds to inquiries and manages secure data transmission for patients traveling from abroad.
Additional services
Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 57, 45468 Mülheim an der Ruhr
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