Bedside echocardiogram

What does "Bedside echocardiogram" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A bedside echocardiogram is a type of heart test that doctors perform right at a patient's bedside. It uses sound waves to create pictures of the heart, showing its size, shape, and how well it's working. This test is often used in hospitals and can be very helpful in quickly diagnosing heart problems without needing to move the patient to a different location.

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