Learn about common problems of the heart and vascular system and their significance. We also show you what the different tests mean and why they are important!
An ECG or electrocardiogram is one of the most common and useful diagnostic procedures to find out how the heart is working. It can be used to detect cardiac arrhythmias and diseases affecting the heart, but also to identify general diseases affecting the whole body. A 12-lead ECG means that it can show the electrical activity of the heart from 12 different angles, giving a comprehensive picture of the number of beats per minute, the regularity of the heartbeat, the thickness of the chambers of the heart, and the formation and conduction of blood vessels.
