UNDERSTANDING ECHOCARDIOGRAMS: YOUR HEART HEALTH CHECKUP

Echocardiograms give a detailed look at your heart's structure. This non-invasive procedure uses sound waves to create images of your heart behaving. An echocardiogram can show a variety of conditions, including irregular heart rhythms. Doctors often suggest an echocardiogram if you have signs of a heart problem. The exam is usually fast and pain