Echocardiogram at Southeastern Veterinary Specialty Center
What is an Echocardiogram?
An echocardiogram, also known as a cardiac ultrasound, allows for detailed evaluation of the heart. An echocardiogram will evaluate the heart chamber sizes, heart strength during contraction, blood flow, and overall structural heart health. It also screens for congenital heart defects, structural valvular abnormalities, and valve leaks.
Why are Echocardiograms used?
Echocardiograms are often used to as a diagnostic tool for conditions such as heart murmurs or heart disease.
DISCLAIMER: Our doctor is not a board-certified veterinary cardiologist, but has taken additional training to provide these services to our clients; there are individual cases where it may be determined that a patient may be better served from an evaluation by a cardiologist.
What is a Thoracic Ultrasound?
A thoracic ultrasound is a form of medical imaging used to evaluate the chest cavity for fluid, tumors, abnormal lung tissue and other disorders.
