Echocardiogram
What does it consist of?
During the examination, the specialist moves the transducer over the part of the body to be studied, having previously applied a gel. This transducer sends sound waves (ultrasound) that “bounce” off the different organs and tissues of the body, forming an image that allows the structure and function of the heart to be analyzed and possible abnormalities to be detected.
Cases in which it is recommended
To whom?
An echocardiogram is necessary in the following cases:
- People who practice sports on a regular basis, both professional and amateur athletes.
- Patients suspected of the following pathologies: heart failure, cardiomyopathies, cardiac arrhythmias, valvulopathies, arterial hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias and congenital heart diseases, among others.
Instructions
How do you have to prepare?
You do not need to do any specific preparation to take this test.
Medical professionals
The specialists who will assist you at CreuBlanca
A team of professionals to take care of you.
CreuBlanca centres
Choose your nearest CreuBlanca center.
Barcelona
Clinic CreuBlanca
Mataró
CreuBlanca Maresme Hospital
Barcelona
Diagnosis Médica
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