Your heart, a tireless engine, deserves the utmost care and attention. At Medicana Health Group, we harness the power of echocardiography, also known as an “echo,” to create a living portrait of your heart’s structure and function. This painless, radiation-free ultrasound scan allows our expert cardiologists to identify potential concerns and develop personalized treatment plans.
An echocardiogram uses sound waves to generate real-time images of your heart, showcasing its chambers, valves, and blood flow patterns. This non-invasive diagnostic test is invaluable for detecting a variety of heart conditions, empowering our specialists to make informed decisions about your care.
Your GP or cardiologist might recommend an echocardiogram if they suspect you have:
An echocardiogram can help identify potential heart problems early on, even before you experience symptoms. Early detection is key to preventing complications and ensuring timely treatment.
At Medicana Health Group, we are committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive cardiac care. Our team of specialists will guide you through every step of your heart health journey, from diagnosis to treatment and beyond.
An echocardiogram, or echo, is a painless and safe ultrasound scan that uses sound waves to create images of your heart in real-time.
Your doctor may recommend an echocardiogram to assess your heart’s structure and function, diagnose heart conditions, or monitor the effectiveness of treatment.
No special preparation is usually required for an echocardiogram. You can eat and drink as normal before the test.
You’ll lie on an examination table while a sonographer applies gel to your chest and moves a transducer over your skin to capture images of your heart. The procedure is painless and takes about 30-60 minutes.
An echocardiogram can detect various heart conditions, including heart valve problems, heart failure, blood clots, heart attack damage, and fluid buildup around the heart.
There are no known risks associated with an echocardiogram. It’s a safe and non-invasive procedure that doesn’t use radiation.
A cardiologist will interpret your echocardiogram and prepare a report, which will be shared with you and your referring physician within a few days.
At Medicana Health Group and Medicana Winchester Clinic, we’re dedicated to helping you maintain a healthy heart. Our echocardiography services provide valuable insights into your heart’s health, empowering our cardiologists to provide personalized care and guide you towards optimal cardiovascular well-being.
Medicana Health Group is committed to expanding its world-class healthcare services, with Medicana Winchester Clinic leading the way in providing innovative and patient-centric care in the UK.
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