Job Role Overview
Heart condition specialists play a pivotal role in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases. They conduct various investigations to assess heart function, including electrocardiography, echocardiography, and haemodynamic monitoring.
* Electrocardiogram: Recordings that capture the electrical activity of the heart muscle.
* Echocardiogram: Ultrasound scans to visualize the structure and functioning of the heart chambers.
* Holter Monitoring: 24-hour continuous recordings to monitor prolonged periods of cardiac activity.