#ECG and Echocardiogram

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Accuracy and Precision in Heart Health: Comparing ECG vs Echocardiogram Results

Introduction: In the realm of cardiac diagnostics, two commonly used tests stand out: the ECG vs Echocardiogram . Both serve vital roles in assessing cardiac health, but they differ significantly in their methodologies, purposes, and the information they provide. Understanding these differences is crucial for both healthcare professionals and patients alike. Let's delve into the intricacies of ECGs and Echocardiograms to grasp their unique contributions to cardiovascular care.

Electrocardiogram (ECG):

The Electrocardiogram, often referred to as an ECG or EKG, is a non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time. It involves placing electrodes on specific points of the body, typically the chest, arms, and legs. These electrodes detect the electrical signals generated by the heart as it contracts and relaxes, producing a graphical representation known as an electrocardiogram.

Purpose and Utility:

ECGs are primarily used to diagnose various cardiac abnormalities, such as arrhythmias, myocardial infarctions (heart attacks), conduction disorders, and electrolyte imbalances. By analyzing the patterns and intervals present in the ECG tracing, healthcare professionals can assess the heart's rhythm, identify abnormalities in the electrical conduction system, and detect ischemic events.

Limitations:

While ECGs are invaluable for detecting electrical abnormalities, they have limitations in assessing structural abnormalities of the heart. They provide limited information about the heart's size, shape, and function, making them less suitable for diagnosing conditions such as valve disorders or cardiomyopathies.

Echocardiogram:

An Echocardiogram is a non-invasive imaging test that uses high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to create detailed images of the heart's structure, chambers, valves, and blood flow. During the procedure, a transducer is placed on the chest, emitting sound waves that bounce off cardiac structures and return as echoes, which are then translated into real-time images.

Purpose and Utility:

Echocardiograms are instrumental in evaluating the heart's structure and function. They can assess cardiac chamber size, wall thickness, valve function, blood flow patterns, and overall cardiac performance. This imaging modality is essential for diagnosing conditions such as valve abnormalities, congenital heart defects, heart failure, and pericardial diseases.

Limitations:

While Echocardiograms offer detailed structural information, they may have limitations in assessing certain areas of the heart, especially those obscured by lung tissue or bone. Additionally, image quality can be affected by patient factors such as obesity or lung disease.

Key Differences:

Information Provided:

ECG: Focuses on electrical activity, primarily assessing rhythm and conduction.

Echocardiogram: Provides detailed structural and functional information about the heart.

Methodology:

ECG: Records electrical signals via electrodes placed on the body's surface.

Echocardiogram: Utilizes ultrasound technology to generate real-time images of the heart.

Diagnostic Scope:

ECG: Useful for diagnosing electrical abnormalities.

Echocardiogram: Essential for evaluating structural heart diseases.

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Did a bunch of tests specifically for POTS. Then went in to see my cardiologist to discuss the results.

Cardiologist: You have heart palpitations and tachycardia. Take magnesium for the palpitations. (Both are symptoms of POTS)

Me: So do I have POTS?

Cardiologist: well they did the test wrong so I don't know.

Cardiologist: how much does the tachycardia bother you?

Me: it doesn't really bother me. What bothers me is the lightheadedness, dizziness and feeling faint.

Cardiologist: there's this medication that you can try called ivabradine for the tachycardia. Take it for 3 months then come back.

$1500 to basically tell me that I do in fact have the symptoms I reported having 🥲

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Halloween Cardiophile Get-Together

Happy Cardioween. Rumor has it that there is a Halloween Cardiophile Get-Together, at Mohegan Sun Casino, on Saturday, October 26. Fun begins whenever the first two people arrive. There is a Godsmack concert that evening, too, and other Halloween events. I’ll be there as early as necessary. Tis Halloween, so feel free to wear a mask, or whatever.  Sun Patio is the tentative meeting location. If I am the only cardiophile who shows up, or if all other cardiophiles leave early, all is good, because I’ll go see not only Godsmack, but both opening bands. "Fire it up! Fire it up! Fire it up!"

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Happy to attend a free heart screening in his local town

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everyone wish me luck i have blood work in the morning tomorrow

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Common Medical Tests Used to Diagnose Heart Disease:

Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)

Echocardiogram

Cardiac Catheterization

CT Coronary Angiogram

Coronary Calcium Scan

Holter Monitor

Blood Tests

Chest X-ray

Stress Test

These tests help detect heart conditions early, ensuring timely care and management. For expert consultation on heart health, visit Dr. Md. Farhan Shikoh, MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM (Cardiology), at Sukoon Heart Care, Sainik Market, Main Road, Ranchi, Jharkhand: 834001. You can also call 6200784486 or visit drfarhancardiologist.com for more information.

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Heart Health for Athletes: Tips for Preventing Sports-Related Heart Issues

Athletes are often seen as epitomes of health and fitness, but they are not immune to heart-related issues. While regular exercise and physical activity are crucial for cardiovascular health, athletes may face unique challenges that can put their hearts at risk. Understanding these risks and implementing preventive measures is essential for ensuring long-term heart health and optimal athletic…

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The Significance of Comprehensive Health Checkups in Peritoneal Dialysis:

Regular full-body health evaluations are essential for maximizing outcomes and improving long-term survival among individuals undergoing peritoneal dialysis (PD). These assessments encompass a range of diagnostic techniques aimed at evaluating various health aspects, including kidney function, cardiovascular health, nutritional status, and metabolic indicators. Key elements of these evaluations for PD patients include:

1. Kidney Function Assessment: Routine monitoring of parameters such as serum creatinine, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), and estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) aids in the early detection of declining kidney function. This information guides decisions on dialysis adequacy and modality selection.

2. Cardiovascular Screening: Thorough cardiovascular evaluations, including electrocardiography (ECG), echocardiography, and cardiac biomarker tests, provide insights into cardiac health and function. Early identification and management of cardiovascular risk factors like hypertension, dyslipidemia, and coronary artery disease are crucial for preventing cardiovascular complications and improving survival rates among PD patients.

3. Nutritional Status Assessment: Monitoring nutritional status through biochemical markers (e.g., serum albumin, prealbumin, and total protein), anthropometric measurements, and dietary assessments helps in early detection of malnutrition. This information guides interventions aimed at optimizing protein-energy status and preserving lean body mass in PD patients.

4. Metabolic Evaluation: Assessing metabolic parameters such as serum electrolytes, glucose, lipid profile, and markers of mineral and bone metabolism (e.g., calcium, phosphorus, and parathyroid hormone) assists in detecting and managing metabolic imbalances common in PD patients. Optimizing these parameters is crucial for reducing the risk of metabolic bone disease, cardiovascular calcification, and other metabolic complications associated with end-stage renal disease (ESRD).

There are several good hospitals in India that offer health checkup packages to choose from based on an individual's health status and requirements. A regular full body health checkup helps in increasing the survival rate of patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis.

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Blood Pressure Measurement: Checking your blood pressure to assess your risk of hypertension (high blood pressure), which is a major risk factor for heart disease.

Cholesterol Level Testing: Measuring your cholesterol levels, including LDL (low-density lipoprotein) and HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, to assess your risk of plaque buildup in the arteries.

Blood Glucose Testing: Assessing your blood sugar levels to determine your risk of diabetes, which can contribute to heart disease.

Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG): Recording the electrical activity of your heart to check for irregularities or abnormal rhythms.

Stress Test: Monitoring your heart's response to exercise or medication to evaluate its function and detect any signs of coronary artery disease.

Body Mass Index (BMI) Measurement: Calculating your BMI to assess your weight in relation to your height, which can indicate whether you are overweight or obese, increasing your risk of heart disease.

Family History Evaluation: Discussing your family's history of heart disease to assess your genetic risk factors.

Lifestyle Assessment: Reviewing your diet, physical activity levels, smoking habits, and alcohol consumption to identify lifestyle factors that may impact your heart health.

Counseling and Recommendations: Providing guidance on heart-healthy lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise modifications, and recommendations for further medical follow-up if necessary.

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What is ECG?

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is used to measure the heart’s electrical activity. ECG helps cardiologists to understand how the heart is functioning and identify any problems. From the report, your doctor understands the rate of heartbeats and their pattern.

The very common and painless test

Helps to detect heart problems

Helps to monitor the heart’s health

Detects the Cause of Chest pain

Risks with ECG are minimal and rare

Tells how the pacemaker is working

When You need ECG test?

Your Doctor will suggest taking an ECG Test if you have any of the signs and symptoms listed below,

Chest pain

Dizziness

Lightheadedness or confusion

Heart palpitations

Rapid pulse

Shortness of breath

Weakness, fatigue, or a decline in the ability to exercise

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Ecg features of pericardial effusion & electrical alternans

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so i’ve been diagnosed with a serious heart condition

i went in for what i thought was gonna be something minor but i apparently have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy LOL

luckily we caught it considering people commonly die from it because it goes undiagnosed and untreated. most people live a perfectly normal life with this condition when they treat it well and go see specialists regularly, which i am bc theres a center dedicated to this condition like an hour away from where i live

i’m on medication for it and i’m feeling well right now but my life is now changed forever 🫡 there’s a lot of things i need to change about my lifestyle which shouldn’t be too hard. i’m trying to keep high spirits but i found out today and it’s all just been rly shocking. my family is a great support to me rn especially my dad who slept in the uncomfortable hospital chair and on the floor with me last night and would reassure me when i was feeling sad 😭😭

definitely get ur blood pressure checked, get an ecg, and get an echocardiogram if u can friends

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I appreciate the fact that my mum has been more supportive of my health issues recently, but today reminded me that she would still always believe a doctor over me.

I am pretty sure I have POTS. My echocardiogram, two xrays and two ECGs have all been normal. I have done many poor man’s tilt table tests at home with my Apple Watch, and they always show 30+ bpm increase from laying to standing that lasts for the full 10 minutes (in fact, it’s actually more like 40+ bpm) - or when I haven’t tested for the full 10 minutes, it’s because I get nauseous/dizzy and have to lay down.

My mum has made comments in the past like “you can’t say you have autism without a diagnosis” and such. I know that a diagnosis is important, but believing that a doctor knows everything about every condition and is never ever wrong is not helpful. I thought she had gotten over that mentality recently, but I was wrong.

She mentioned to me that someone we know suspects they have POTS. I asked her if she had told this person that I have it, and my mum said something like “well, I said you were being tested for it and that your tests so far have been inconclusive.” This is just not true. As I said, the tests on my heart came back clear, but those aren’t to assess POTS anyways. I have had two ‘stand tests’, but they were done incorrectly both times. A quick internet search shows you that a stand test for POTS involves laying for 5 minutes and checking your heart rate, then standing for 10 minutes and measuring your heart rate after 2, 5 and 10 minutes. When I’ve had a doctor do the test in clinic, my ‘resting’ heart rate was taken immediately after I had just moved from one room to another (aka not my resting heart rate) and then I was immediately made to stand up and have my heart rate tested. Then of course they say there’s not much of a change in heart rate.

To an extent, I could justify this attitude. But you know what makes it worse? My dad somewhat recently told my mum and me that he believes he has ADHD. No plans for a diagnosis, just that he thinks he has it. I figured my mum would not pay any attention to this. But then one time after my dad did a task that involved a lot of focus, my mum was like “you did so well considering it must have been hard with your ADHD.” Like wth? She never accepted me as autistic when I told her I was sure I had it, even though I am seeking a diagnosis. She doesn’t believe my POTS either. I assume she won’t until I’m diagnosed. But my dad just randomly announces he has ADHD with no plans to be tested and the whole family is just…on board with it? Why??