Tuesday, October 31, 2023

What is an Electrocardiogram and Why is it Important?

Picture of a cat named Melvin

Photo by Dr. Haus

Electrocardiogram

An electrocardiogram, called an ECG/EKG for short, is a way to measure the electrical signals in the heart.

 ðŸ”ŒðŸ«€

Why is an Electrocardiogram Important?

The beating of a heart relies on electrical signals that tell the heart to beat in the correct manner.  The ECG allows medical professionals to measure the electrical signals in the heart to determine if there is an electrical problem that needs to be addressed in the patient.


Dr. Haus's Unsolicited Life Advice:  It’s not working? Unplug it and plug it back in

No comments:

Post a Comment

Biking to Cape May - Getting Home

Photo by Dr. Haus The big part of the trip felt done when I arrived in Cape May and I spent four days enjoying Cape May in the off season.  ...