CRM system
Also written as: CRM — Cardiac Rhythm Management
Cardiac Rhythm Management system encompassing all implantable cardiac devices including pacemakers, ICDs, and CRT devices.
Full Definition
A comprehensive term for all implantable cardiac rhythm management devices and their associated systems. CRM systems include pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), and cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) devices, along with their leads, programmers, and monitoring infrastructure. This terminology is commonly used in clinical documentation and regulatory submissions to describe the entire ecosystem of cardiac device management.
Usage
Usage note: Always capitalize when referring to the complete system; use lowercase when discussing general cardiac rhythm management concepts.
In Context
- "The CRM system demonstrated excellent long-term performance in the pivotal clinical trial." — Clinical study report
- "Quarterly CRM system surveillance data will be submitted to the FDA." — Regulatory filing