Stress Echocardiogram in Pune | Dr. Kartik Bhosale
Dr. Kartik Bhosale offers stress echocardiogram in Pune. Get your test today to diagnose and treat coronary artery disease.
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What is a stress echocardiogram?
A stress echocardiogram is a test that combines a stress test with an echocardiogram. The test evaluates the health of your heart at rest and after it is stressed. Dr. Kartik Bhosale may perform a stress echocardiogram to help diagnose coronary artery disease and to see how well your heart pumps blood and how well your heart valves work.
Why is a stress echocardiogram performed?
The test is used to:
- Determine how well your heart tolerates activity
- Evaluate the function of your heart and valves
- Determine your likelihood of having coronary artery disease
- Evaluate the effectiveness of your cardiac treatment plan
What is the procedure of this stress echocardiogram?
- The electrodes are attached to an electrocardiograph (EKG) monitor that charts your heart’s electrical activity during the test.
- Before you start exercising, the sonographer will perform a resting EKG, measure your resting heart rate and take your blood pressure.
- After the echo test, you will exercise on a treadmill or stationary cycle.
- At regular intervals, the lab personnel will ask how you are feeling.
- The lab personnel will watch for any changes on the EKG monitor that suggest the test should be stopped.
- When you cannot exercise any longer, you will get off the treadmill, quickly return to the exam table and lie on your left side so the sonographer can perform another echocardiogram.
- After the test, you will walk slowly for a few minutes to cool down. Your heart rate, blood pressure, and EKG will continue to be monitored until the levels are returning to normal.
What is the stress echocardiogram test cost in Pune?
The average cost of a stress test ranges between INR 1800 and INR 2500. Also, The test cost depends on factors such as the type of echocardiogram is performed, the Location where you get your test, and the expertise of a cardiologist.
How to book an appointment?
Dr. Kartik Bhosale provides the best treatment for various heart diseases in Pimpri-Chinchwad and Pune. For more information about our comprehensive treatment options, or to request an appointment with the best cardiologist in Pune call +91 8420070081 / +91 8420070082 or Click on Book Appointment for online booking with your near hospital.
