Often, the surgeon and cardiologist (heart doctor) will use transesophageal echo (an ultrasound transducer probe that is passed down the throat) to help determine the functioning of the valve ...

The participants filled out a health questionnaire, then underwent a clinical exam and an ultrasound reading of their hearts.

They were evaluated with a health questionnaire, clinical examination and transthoracic echocardiography, which is an ...

Heart conditions can be difficult to diagnose, often requiring specialised tools to provide a clear picture of a patient’s heart health. Among the most effective methods is the echo test for heart, ...

"I am certain that the ultrasound in the emergency room saved me. If I had been misdiagnosed with a heart attack, I might not have survived." As she continues to recover, Adair is now focusing on ...