Ballistocardiogram Transverse

A transverse ballistocardiogram (syn. b. lateral) is a method of recording heart movements in which the sensor is located on the side of the patient’s chest in the projection of the heart. It records the transverse (lateral) vibrations of the chest that occur during heart contractions.

A transverse ballistocardiogram allows you to evaluate the strength and speed of contractions of the left and right ventricles of the heart. It complements the longitudinal ballistocardiogram, which records movements of the chest in the anteroposterior direction.

Transverse ballistocardiogram analysis is used to diagnose various cardiac disorders and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment of heart diseases. This non-invasive and safe method provides additional information about the functioning of the heart.

**Transverse ballistocardiography** (BCG) is a method of studying the heart that allows you to evaluate the work of the heart muscle and the condition of the circulatory system. This method is based on recording changes in blood pressure in the heart during contractions and relaxations of the myocardium.

The BCG procedure is carried out using special equipment - a ballistograph, which records the movements of the patient's chest during breathing. When the patient inhales, the pressure in the lungs increases and the chest expands. This causes a movement of the chest wall to the right, which is transmitted to the heart. As a result of this movement, the heart rate slows down and a change in pressure in the arteries can be recorded.

When performing a BCG in parallel with a chest x-ray, it is possible to determine the presence of air traps in the lungs and evaluate their effect on the functioning of the heart. Thus, BCG is an effective method for diagnosing diseases associated with impaired blood flow and heart function.

There are several options for interpreting BCG results. One of them is the analysis of individual segments of the daily curve of cardiovascular performance. This makes it possible to identify abnormalities in the functioning of the heart and circulatory system at different levels of the cardiovascular circle. Another option is a complete 24-hour cardiovascular recording, where multiple parameters (eg, systolic pressure, heart rate, and capillary refill) are recorded throughout the day. It is also possible to analyze the Wilson or Thiessen test - a single analysis of chest movement recorded over a few minutes.

In general, transverse ballistocardogram has a wide range of applications and can be used in various fields of medicine: cardiology, pulmonology, phthisiology, thoracic surgery and others. It is a reliable method for diagnosing cardiovascular diseases and makes it possible to identify them even at an early stage.