Heart & Vascular Health: Tests & Diagnosis

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  • Doppler Ultrasound

    Medical Test
    01/05/09, Healthwise

    A Doppler ultrasound test uses reflected sound waves to evaluate blood as it flows through a blood vessel. It helps doctors evaluate blood flow through the major arteries and veins of the arms, legs, and neck. It can show blocked or r

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  • Physical exam for high blood pressure

    Article
    04/24/07, Healthwise

    The extent of the physical exam and the level of detail in your doctor's questions depend on how high your blood pressure is and whether you have other risk factors for heart disease. People who have many risk factors may have a more deta

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  • Should I get an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) for heart failure?

    Article
    08/13/08, Healthwise

    When you have heart failure, the lower chambers of your heart (the ventricles) aren't able to pump as much oxygen-rich blood as the body needs. Some people who have heart failure also may have abnormal heart rhythms that can cause sud

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  • Ambulatory Electrocardiogram

    Medical Test
    12/24/07, Healthwise

    An ambulatory electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) records the electrical activity of your heart while you do your usual activities. Ambulatory monitors are referred to by several names, including ambulatory electrocardiogram, ambulatory EKG, H

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  • Medical history and physical exam for a slow heart rate

    Article
    07/07/07, Healthwise

    A doctor will ask you questions about your medical history and do a physical exam to evaluate your symptoms. The information gained from your medical background and physical exam may provide important clues about your symptoms. It also ca

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  • Ankle-brachial index test

    Article
    10/30/07, Healthwise

    This test is done by measuring blood pressure at the ankle and in the arm while a person is at rest. Measurements are usually repeated at both sites after 5 minutes of walking on a treadmill.

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  • Medical history and physical exam for a fast heart rate

    Article
    09/17/08, Healthwise

    A medical history and physical examination are routinely used to evaluate an illness or disease. A medical history and physical exam can often reveal as much or more than many diagnostic lab tests because they help uncover important clues

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  • History and physical exam for atrial fibrillation

    Article
    12/18/08, Healthwise

    Asking questions about your medical history and doing a physical exam for atrial fibrillation can reveal important information about your health and will often direct more testing.

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  • Endocarditis - Exams and Tests

    Article
    04/25/07, Healthwise

    The first step in diagnosing endocarditis is a review of your medical history and a physical exam.

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  • Pericarditis - Exams and Tests

    Article
    05/02/07, Healthwise

    A physical exam and a review of your medical history will help a doctor diagnose pericarditis, its complications, and any underlying conditions.

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