Echocardiogram

What is an ECG and how is it used?

**Echocardiography (ECHO-CG) is a medical method of imaging the heart, which is performed using ultrasound.** It allows doctors to obtain detailed information about the structure and function of the heart muscle. In this article we will look at what an ECG is, what diseases it detects and how its results are used in medicine.

What is echocardiography?

Echocardiography is based on the use of sound waves. The doctor directs a special ultrasound probe to the patient's chest through the skin. The ultrasound signal passes through the body tissue, is reflected from internal structures and returns to the sensor. Thanks to this, the doctor can obtain an image of the heart and its chambers, as well as evaluate its functionality.

What diseases does echocardiography detect?

EchoCG can detect a wide range of cardiovascular diseases, such as:

1. Coronary artery disease: This is a disease in which the arteries that supply blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked. Because of this, the heart does not receive enough oxygen and nutrients, which can lead to damage. 2. Myocardial infarction: This is a condition where part of the heart muscle dies due to insufficient blood flow. It may occur due to coronary heart disease