A cardiologist examination involves a detailed assessment of the health of the heart and blood vessels. A cardiologist is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases of the heart and circulatory system. During the examination, the doctor analyzes the patient's symptoms, medical history, laboratory test results, and uses various diagnostic methods (such as ECG, ultrasound of the heart - echocardiography, stress test, Holter monitoring, and others).
An examination by a cardiologist usually begins with a conversation with the patient, where symptoms, medical history, and risks (such as high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, family history of heart disease) are analyzed. This is followed by a physical examination, which includes: measuring blood pressure, palpating the pulse, auscultating the heart and ECG (electrocardiogram), echocardiography, and a stress test (stress test).
Depending on the symptoms and indications, the doctor may recommend additional tests such as Holter monitoring, CT angiography, or cardiac catheterization.
A cardiac examination is essential for the timely detection and treatment of heart disease, which can significantly improve the patient's quality of life and health.
The duration of the examination varies, but usually lasts between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the type of tests being done and the complexity of the symptoms.