UNDERSTANDING ECHOCARDIOGRAMS: YOUR HEART HEALTH CHECKUP

Echocardiograms offer a detailed look at your heart's form. This non-invasive test uses sound waves to create images of your heart functioning. An echocardiogram can reveal a variety of problems, including irregular heart rhythms. Cardiologists often suggest an echocardiogram if you have symptoms of a condition. The test is usually quick and pain