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What does a heart ultrasound include?
During echocardiography, the doctor assesses the size of the heart chambers, the thickness and movement of the heart walls, valve function, the heart’s pumping function, and the direction of blood flow. The examination can also detect fluid around the heart and certain congenital or acquired structural abnormalities.
Which is better: a heart ultrasound or an ECG?
These tests do not replace each other. An ECG records the electrical activity and rhythm of the heart, while an ultrasound shows its structure, wall movement, valve function, and blood flow. Depending on the symptoms, the doctor may recommend one or both tests.
When should I have an echocardiogram?
The examination may be recommended for shortness of breath, chest pain, swelling, a heart murmur, high blood pressure, heart rhythm disturbances, or reduced exercise tolerance. It is also used to monitor previously diagnosed cardiovascular conditions.
Do I need to prepare for a heart ultrasound?
No special preparation is usually required for a standard transthoracic echocardiogram. You can eat, drink, and take your prescribed medications unless your doctor has given you other instructions. It is advisable to bring previous examination reports and ECG results.
Can a heart ultrasound detect an arrhythmia?
An ultrasound can reveal structural or functional changes associated with heart rhythm disorders, but it is not the primary method for diagnosing arrhythmias. An ECG or 24-hour Holter monitoring is used to detect them.
How often should I have a heart ultrasound?
There is no single schedule that applies to everyone. The cardiologist determines how often the examination is needed based on the diagnosis, symptoms, previous results, and the need to monitor treatment. Frequent echocardiograms are unnecessary when there is no medical indication.
Are an echocardiogram and a heart ultrasound the same thing?
Yes. An echocardiogram, echocardiography, and a heart ultrasound are different names for the same examination. During the procedure, the doctor assesses the structure of the heart, the size of its chambers, valve function, pumping ability, and blood flow. Echocardiography should not be confused with an ECG: an electrocardiogram records the electrical activity and rhythm of the heart.
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No special preparation is required.
The patient lies on the examination couch on their left side. The doctor applies a special gel to the chest area and moves the ultrasound transducer over the skin to obtain images of the heart from different angles. During the procedure, the patient may be asked to hold their breath for a few seconds to obtain clearer images.
In more complex cases, transesophageal echocardiography may be performed (when specifically indicated).
Immediately after the examination, the patient receives a written medical report.
Echocardiography (ECHO), also known as a heart ultrasound, is a modern diagnostic imaging method that allows physicians to assess the structure and function of the heart in real time. The examination helps detect valve disorders, impaired myocardial contractility, congenital or acquired heart defects, and other cardiovascular abnormalities.
At the ZDRAVO Medical Center in Mykolaiv, echocardiography is performed using expert-level equipment with Doppler capabilities, allowing precise assessment of blood flow. Patients receive their results immediately after the examination.
Echocardiography allows the physician to evaluate:
This method is a key tool in cardiological diagnostics and is often performed together with an ECG and laboratory tests.
An echocardiogram is recommended in cases of:
Heart ultrasound is also commonly used before surgery and as part of preventive health check-ups.
The most commonly used method is transthoracic echocardiography, which is performed through the chest wall.
The patient lies on an examination couch on their left side. The physician applies a special gel to the chest area and moves an ultrasound probe to obtain images of the heart from different angles. During the procedure, the patient may be asked to hold their breath for a few seconds to improve image clarity.
The examination usually takes 20–30 minutes. The procedure is painless and requires no recovery time.
In more complex cases, transesophageal echocardiography may be performed according to specific medical indications.
No special preparation is usually required.
Recommendations:
No restrictions on food or water intake are required unless otherwise advised by your physician.
Echocardiography does not involve radiation exposure and can be performed in children, pregnant women, and elderly patients. The method is also suitable for repeated monitoring over time.
The cost of a heart ultrasound depends on the scope of the examination and whether Doppler ultrasound is required. Echocardiography is one of the most informative methods for assessing heart function, so the doctor may recommend additional examinations depending on the clinical situation.
You can check the current price in the price list or contact the Care Department, which will help you choose the necessary type of examination and answer all your questions.
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