Taking a Look at Echocardiograms: Your Heart Health Checkup
Echocardiograms provide a detailed look at your heart's form. This non-invasive procedure uses sound waves to create images of your heart operating. An echocardiogram can reveal a variety of conditions, including valve problems. Cardiologists often suggest an echocardiogram if you have signs of a condition. The exam is usually fast and painless.