Internal medicine

What is Echocardiography and Why is it Performed?

Echocardiography is an ultrasound examination that shows the structure and function of the heart in real-time. It is used for heart murmurs, suspected valvular defects, cardiomyopathies, hypertension, and other cardiac conditions.

What’s included in the review?

• Assessment of heart valve function
• Measurement of cardiac function (ejection fraction)
• Assessment of chambers, walls, and pericardium
• Detection of congenital and acquired heart changes

Preparation

• No special preparation is required.