Echocardiography (ECHO)
Advanced ECHO for Heart Health
Your heart’s health is vital to your overall well-being. At
Daviess Community Hospital, we offer
echocardiography (ECHO)—a
non-invasive, painless ultrasound test that evaluates your heart’s function, detects abnormalities, and
helps doctors create personalized treatment plans.
If you have symptoms of
heart disease, such as
chest pain, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeats, or swelling in the legs, an
ECHO can provide critical insights into your heart’s condition.
What is an Echocardiogram (ECHO)?
An
echocardiogram uses
high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to create
detailed images of the heart’s structure, function, and blood flow. It is one of the most valuable tools in
detecting heart conditions early and preventing serious complications.
What can an ECHO detect?
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Heart valve disease – Identifies leaks or narrowing in the heart valves.
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Heart failure – Evaluates how well the heart pumps blood.
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Congenital heart defects – Detects structural abnormalities in the heart.
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Blood clots or tumors – Helps diagnose rare but serious cardiac conditions.
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Enlarged heart – Assesses heart size and shape for potential concerns.
Types of Echocardiograms We Offer
Our
experienced cardiac imaging specialists perform a variety of echocardiograms, customized to your health needs:
1. Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE) – Standard ECHO
- The most common type of echocardiogram.
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A
painless, non-invasive ultrasound probe is placed on the chest.
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Used to
evaluate heart function, blood flow, and valve performance.
2. Stress Echocardiogram (Stress ECHO)
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Performed
before and after exercise to assess how your heart functions under physical stress.
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Helps
detect blockages in the coronary arteries and evaluate heart performance.
3. Doppler Echocardiogram
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Measures
blood flow and pressure inside the heart.
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Helps diagnose conditions like
heart valve disease and congenital heart defects.
Why Choose Daviess Community Hospital for Your ECHO?
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Board-certified cardiac imaging specialists – Ensuring expert-level diagnostics.
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State-of-the-art imaging technology – Delivering
high-resolution, accurate results.
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Fast, non-invasive & painless – No radiation, no needles, and no discomfort.
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Early detection saves lives – Catch heart problems before they become serious.
Convenient Scheduling & Extended Hours
Our
echocardiography services are available:
Monday – Friday | 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Schedule your ECHO today:
(812) 254-9324
