Echocardiography (ECHO) at Kauguri Health Centrer
Echocardiography (ECHO), also known as cardiac ultrasound, is a safe, painless and informative examination that allows doctors to assess the structure and function of the heart and detect potential abnormalities at an early stage.
During the examination, ultrasound technology is used to evaluate:
- Heart muscle function and its ability to contract;
- The size of the heart chambers (atria and ventricles);
- The structure and function of the heart valves;
- Blood flow within the heart and possible abnormalities;
- Congenital and acquired structural abnormalities of the heart.
How is the examination performed?
During the examination, the patient lies on an examination couch while the doctor uses an ultrasound probe to obtain real-time images of the heart.
Echocardiography is non-invasive, generally painless and does not involve X-ray radiation. The examination usually takes approximately 20–40 minutes, and no special preparation is required for a standard echocardiogram.
Echocardiography provides valuable information about heart health, helping doctors assess cardiac function and plan further treatment if necessary.
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