Electrocardiogram

What does "Electrocardiogram" 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

An electrocardiogram, often shortened to EKG or ECG, is a test that records the electrical activity of the heart. It's like a graph that shows how the heart is working. If the heart isn't beating as it should, this test can show it. It can reveal if the heart is beating too fast, too slow, or irregularly. It can also show if there's damage to the heart's muscles.

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