What is echocardiogram (2D Echo)?
It is a Sonography of Your Heart. It gives live demonstration of structure and function of your heart. It is the test that helps doctors determine heart problems like pumping status of the heart (Ejection Fraction), Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Heart Valve Problem, Blockages, Congenital heart defects and enlargement of the heart.
Why do I need a 2D Echo Test?
Your cardiologist orders echocardiography to
- Look for Heart Attack
- Look for heart valve disease
- See how medical/surgical treatments are working
- To see your heart pumping strength
- Detect any clots in the heart chambers
- See any fluid in the sac around the heart
- Heart defects in unborn babies
- Check if there is a tumour or infectious growth around your heart valves