Understanding Electrocardiography (ECG)

Electrocardiography often referred to as ECG or EKG plays a role, in cardiology as a tool. This guide aims to provide an explanation of what ECG entails its significance in diagnostics and how patients can interpret their results.

What exactly is an ECG?

Definition and Purpose
An ECG serves as a test that captures the hearts activity. It is an painless procedure employed to identify heart issues and monitor health.

How does it work?

The process involves the use of electrodes attached to the skin, which allow the ECG machine to record the hearts signals. These signals are then graphed over time enabling doctors to study heartbeat rhythm and regularity.

The importance of ECG

As a Diagnostic Tool
ECGs are indispensable when it comes to diagnosing conditions such as arrhythmias, heart attacks and heart failure. They can also aid in detecting imbalances and assessing how certain medications affect the heart.
Monitoring and Management
ECGs are employed for monitoring of heart health in patients with known cardiac conditions. Additionally they assist healthcare professionals in making decisions regarding treatment plans.

 When is an ECG recommended?

An ECG is recommended for reasons including;
• Assessing symptoms, like chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness or palpitations.

Keeping track of the being, in individuals who have pre existing heart conditions.
Evaluating the efficacy of specific medications used for heart related issues.

Understanding Your ECG Results

Normal ECG
Heart Rate; Typically falls between 60 and 100 beats, per minute.
Rhythm; Regular and consistent.
Wave Patterns; P waves, QRS complex and T waves fall within the range.
Abnormal ECG
Heart Rate; This may indicate the presence of arrhythmias.
Abnormal Wave Patterns; These can suggest conditions such as heart attack, inflammation or other heart related issues.

Patient Friendly Explanation

The results are explained in terms focusing on heart rate, rhythm and any significant findings. If abnormal results are observed they will be discussed with you along with steps and treatment options.
Risks of ECG
Benefits
Non painless procedure.
Quick results that are available immediately.
Useful for diagnosing a range of conditions.
Risks
There are no risks associated with undergoing an ECG examination.
FAQs
This section addresses questions, about the procedure to help alleviate any concerns you might have as a patient.

Our Laboratorys Approach

We utilize state of the art technology for conducting ECGs while ensuring your comfort throughout the process.

Contact Details
If you require information or wish to arrange an electrocardiogram (ECG) please feel free to get in touch with us using the provided contact details.

Electrocardiograms (ECGs) play a role, in diagnosing and monitoring heart health. Having an understanding of ECG results is essential, for treatment planning. Should you need information or would like to schedule an ECG our team is readily available to assist you.