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A number of non-invasive investigations into
heart disease are available, including;
1) 24 hour ambulatory
electrocardiograph (ECG) monitoring
This is
a simple, unintrusive assessment of the heart
rhythm, while the patient carries out their normal
activities. The test will identify tachycardia
(rapid heartbeat) or bradycardia (slow heartbeat).
2) 24 hour mini ECG
monitoring
This assessment can monitor
intermittent palpitations. The ECG monitor is
light, and can be carried around by the patient,
and used to record heart activity. The test is
ideal for patients who are showing symptoms once
or twice a week (or less frequently).
3) 24 hour blood pressure
monitoring
This can help a doctor decide
whether to start treatment for high blood
pressure. It is also useful in monitoring patients
who are already undergoing treatment.
4) 2 dimensional
echocardiography
This is a two-dimensional
ultrasound heart scan (echocardiography), which is
useful in the investigation of hypertension, and
defining the cause of breathlessness or heart
murmurs.
Other standard services such as,
electrocardiogram and x-ray are also offered at a
number of hospitals, please refer to
"Electrocardiogram" and "x-ray".
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