Electrocardiogram (ECG)

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What is an electrocardiogram (ECG)? An electrocardiogram (ECG) records the electrical activity of the heart. The heart produces tiny electrical impulses which spread through the heart muscle to make the heart contract. These impulses can be detected by the ECG machine. You may have an ECG to help find the cause of symptoms such as […]

What to know about Ultrasound

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What is ultrasound imaging? Ultrasound imaging uses sound waves to produce pictures of the inside of the body. It helps to diagnose the causes of pain, swelling and infection in the body’s internal organs,  examine a baby in pregnant women and the brain and hips in infants. It helps guide biopsies, diagnose heart conditions, and assess […]