ECG/EKG

An electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) uses temporary electrodes on your chest and limbs to monitor, track and document your heart’s electrical activity (which controls your heartbeats) for diagnostic purposes. A computer translates the information into a wave pattern your healthcare provider can interpret. This is a quick, noninvasive test that doesn’t hurt.

When would an EKG be used?

Your healthcare provider uses an EKG to:

Assess your heart rhythm to see if it’s normal or if you have arrhythmia.
Diagnose poor blood flow to your heart muscle (ischemia) because of .
Diagnose a heart attack.
Diagnose abnormalities of your heart, such as heart chamber enlargement and abnormal electrical conduction.
Diagnose heart damage or heart failure.
Make sure you’re fit for an upcoming surgery.

They can also check on how your heart is doing since you:

Got a pacemaker.
Started taking medication for heart disease.
Had a heart attack.

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