EKG

It is a fundamental diagnostic test because it offers a moving image of the heart. Using ultrasound, echocardiography provides information about the shape, size, function, strength of the heart, movement and thickness of its walls, and the function of its valves. In addition, it can provide information on the pulmonary circulation and its pressures, the initial portion of the aorta and see if there is fluid around the heart (pericardial effusion).

• It is the electrical record of the heart from different points of the thorax. It serves to get an idea of the general state of the heart.
• It is very useful to know the electrical activity of the heart.
• In the emergency department it is of vital importance in the initial care of patients who consult for chest pain, to define if they have an acute myocardial infarction and if they require immediate management.

What is it used for?

The EKG is used to find and monitor various heart conditions, including:

• Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia).
• Clogging of arteries.
• Heart damage.
• Heart failure.
• Heart attack: EKGs are used in ambulances, emergency rooms and hospitals to diagnose a heart attack.
• Sometimes an EKG is included in a routine exam for middle-aged or older adults because the risk of heart disease increases with age.

Why might I need an EKG?

You may need an EKG if you have symptoms of heart disease, such as:

• Chest pain.
• Rapid heartbeat.
• Arrhythmia (it may feel like your heart has skipped a beat or is fluttering).
• Difficulty breathing.
• Dizziness.
• Fatigue.

You may also need this test if:

• Have had a heart attack or other heart problem.
• You have a family history of heart disease.
• You have surgery scheduled. Your health care professional may want to check your heart before the procedure.
• You have a pacemaker. The EKG can show if the device is working.
• You are taking medicine for a heart condition. The EKG can show if your medicine is working or if you need changes to your treatment.

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