Echo without doppler study

Procedure Information

What is an Echo without Doppler Study?

An Echo without Doppler study is an imaging procedure that allows doctors to view the shape, size and movement of heart chambers, valves and walls.

Why Would I Get an Echo without Doppler Study?

This procedure allows doctors to diagnose or evaluate suspected damage or changes to the heart and determine if any intervention is necessary.

What Happens During an Echo without Doppler Study?

An Echo without Doppler study is painless and non-invasive. A technician applies a gel to a transducer (an ultrasound probe), which is then placed in different areas of the patient’s chest. The transducer produces sound waves and the echoes are displayed on the monitor as images that show the heart’s structure.

What to Expect After an Echo without Doppler Study?

Immediately after the procedure, a patient should be able to resume their normal activities.

Conclusion

An Echo without Doppler Study is a safe, non-invasive imaging procedure that allows doctors to diagnose or evaluate suspected damage or changes to the heart. Immediately following the procedure, a patient should be able to return to their routine activities.