Examination of a cardiologist with ultrasound and Holter, cardiology

A cardiology examination that includes ultrasound of the heart (echocardiography) and Holter monitoring provides a comprehensive assessment of the heart's function and the condition of blood vessels. Ultrasound allows the doctor to see the structure of the heart, check the functionality of the heart valves and detect any abnormalities. At the same time, Holter monitoring enables the monitoring of heart rhythm and blood pressure during 24 hours, providing an insight into how the heart functions in different phases of the day. This combination of examinations helps to make an accurate diagnosis and determine the optimal therapy for patients with heart problems.

The examination is performed by the patient first going through an ultrasound of the heart, where the cardiologist uses a probe to display the heart on the screen, analyzing its structure, function and blood flow. After that, the patient is fitted with a Holter - a small device that monitors heart rate and/or blood pressure for 24 hours while the patient performs daily activities.

This examination is performed in order to obtain a detailed picture of the heart's function, detect possible irregularities in the work of the heart and pressure, and identify cardiac arrhythmias or other problems that may not be detected by conventional examinations. The combination of ultrasound and Holter allows the doctor to make a precise diagnosis and provide adequate therapy.

An ultrasound of the heart takes about 20 to 30 minutes, during which the cardiologist examines the heart in detail. Holter monitoring lasts 24 hours, and during that period the patient wears the device while performing their daily activities. After 24 hours, the Holter is removed, and the collected data is analyzed to give the doctor a comprehensive view of the state of the heart.