PRIVATE ECHOCARDIOGRAM IN LONDON (HEART ECHO SCAN)

£390

  • Safe, Non-Invasive & Radiation-Free Heart Imaging
  • Accurate Assessment for Chest Pain, Murmurs, Palpitations & Breathlessness
  • Comprehensive Echo Report Provided Within 24-48 Hours
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Private Echocardiogram (Heart Echo) in London by Dr Francesco Lo Monaco
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    • WHAT IS AN ECHOCARDIOGRAM (HEART ECHO SCAN)?

    An echocardiogram is a safe, painless, and non-invasive ultrasound that uses sound waves to create live images of your heart. It helps assess your heart’s rhythm, structure and blood flow to detect any abnormalities. 

    HOW IS A CARDIAC ECHO PERFORMED?

    During a heart echo, the technician or cardiologist places a small handheld transducer on your chest to record detailed ultrasound images of your heart. This device visualises the chambers, valves, and overall heart function in real time. The procedure takes around 20–30 minutes and provides accurate insights into any structural or functional abnormalities.

    TYPES OF ECHOCARDIOGRAM HEART SCAN

    Stress Echo

    A Stress Echocardiogram evaluates how your heart functions under physical stress. It is especially useful for detecting coronary artery disease or restricted blood flow that may not be visible at rest.

    Transoesophageal Echocardiogram (TOE)

    A TOE scan provides clear visuals of heart valves and chambers using a probe that is passed gently down the throat. 

    Foetal Echocardiogram

    This test examines the fetal heart to identify structural or rhythm abnormalities, ensuring timely monitoring and treatment if needed.

    Bubble Echo

    A Bubble Echocardiogram uses imaging ultrasound and sterile saline with microbubble contrast to precisely detect a hole in the heart or any blood flow abnormalities.

    Contrast Echocardiogram

    This heart echo scan involves injecting a contrast agent into the bloodstream to enhance echocardiographic resolution and detect subtle abnormalities more accurately.

    WHY IS HEART ECHO SCANNING IMPORTANT?

    An echo heart scan helps your cardiac physiologist detect structural and functional heart abnormalities. Early diagnosis and timely treatment can prevent disease progression and further complications, such as:

    • Endocarditis

      Endocarditis is a fatal heart condition caused by the inflammation of the inner lining of the heart (endocardium). With an echocardiogram, your cardiologist detects any abnormal growth or inflammation in the heart chambers and valves.

    • Pericardial Disease

      Pericardial disease occurs when fluid accumulates around the heart, leading to inflammation and increased pressure. An echocardiogram helps detect this fluid accumulation early, allowing prompt treatment to prevent heart strain and impaired function.

    • Cardiomyopathy

      Cardiomyopathy is a condition of the myocardium (heart muscles) that makes it stiff and thickened, causing inefficient blood pumping. In a private echocardiogram test, your specialist examines the heart muscles in detail to assess the severity of the disease. 

    • Valvular Heart Disease

      Heart valve disease occurs when one or more valves become narrowed, leaky, or fail to close properly, causing cardiovascular complications. An echocardiogram scan helps assess the valves’ structure and function for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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    FAQs

    The private echo test cost in London generally ranges from £300 to £500, depending on the clinic, scan type, and whether reporting is included.

    Anyone experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, or suspected heart conditions should consider an echocardiogram for accurate diagnosis.

    No special preparation is needed. You may be asked to avoid caffeine or large meals before certain types of echocardiograms.

    No, an echocardiogram is completely painless and non-invasive, causing no discomfort during the procedure.

    Yes, it’s a safe and widely used imaging test that uses sound waves, without radiation, to assess heart function.

    Results are typically available within 24-72 hours after being reviewed by Dr Lo Monaco, cardiac imaging specialist.

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