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Echocardiography: Advancing Heart Health Through Sound Imaging
Echocardiography, often known as an “echo,” is one of the most powerful and widely used diagnostic tools in modern cardiology. It uses high-frequency sound waves to produce real-time images of the heart, allowing doctors to evaluate its size, shape, movement, and function. Non-invasive and completely safe, this imaging technique plays a vital role in detecting a wide range of cardiovascular conditions early, helping guide treatment and improve patient outcomes.
At its core, echocardiography works by transmitting ultrasound waves through the chest wall using a handheld device called a transducer. These waves bounce off heart structures and return as echoes, which are then converted into detailed visual images on a monitor. Different forms of echocardiography have been developed to provide various insights into heart health. The most common type, transthoracic echocardiography, involves placing the transducer on the chest. Transesophageal echocardiography, on the other hand,…