UNDERSTANDING ECHOCARDIOGRAMS: YOUR HEART HEALTH CHECKUP

Echocardiograms give a detailed look at your heart's structure. This non-invasive procedure uses sound waves to create pictures of your heart behaving. An echocardiogram can show a variety of conditions, including valve problems. Doctors often advise an echocardiogram if you have symptoms of a cardiac issue. The exam is usually fast and painless.