Heart ultrasound for children
Pediatric echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound for children) is a modern, safe and informative examination method that allows you to assess the anatomy and function of a child’s heart from birth. At “Docos Medical” in Kyiv, you can undergo a pediatric echocardiography using the latest equipment with the consultation of an experienced pediatric cardiologist.
With the help of echocardiography, the doctor can:
To rule out the presence of a congenital or acquired defect
Measure the size of the heart chambers and assess the thickness of the walls
Evaluate the structure and function of valves
Determine the contractile function of the heart
Assess for fluid in the pericardium
Additional services
What can a heart echo detect in children?
Heart ultrasound in children helps diagnose:
Congenital and acquired heart defects
Valve dysfunction
Heart failure
Congenital heart defects
Signs of inflammatory diseases (endocarditis, myocarditis, pericarditis)
Blood flow disorders and other functional changes
When should a child have a heart echo?
All children during the first year of life to rule out "silent" heart defects
Frequent colds, rapid fatigue, pallor, cyanosis (blueness of the lips or skin)
Presence of heart murmurs during examination by a pediatrician or family doctor
Irregular pulse, loss of appetite, swelling, episodes of loss of consciousness
Suspected congenital heart defects
To monitor the condition of children with already diagnosed heart defects
Before admission to sports
Питання-Відповідь
Heart ultrasound for children in Kiev
An ultrasound of the heart is a completely painless and safe procedure that lasts from 20 to 40 minutes (depending on the scope of the examination). A special gel is applied to the child's chest to improve the transmission of the ultrasound signal. A cardiologist displays the images on the ultrasound machine screen in real time and takes the necessary measurements. The cardiologist then fills out the “instrumental heart examination report.”
Echocardiography (EchoCG) does not require any special preparation. However, there are a few important details: you should not overeat before the examination, and you should also avoid drinking coffee and alcohol 6 hours before the examination.
There are no absolute contraindications to performing echocardiography in children.
This functional examination method is completely safe, so it can be performed in unlimited quantities as directed by a doctor.
- Transthoracic echocardiography is a standard ultrasound of the heart.
- Stress echocardiography is an ultrasound of the heart during exercise, performed on children from the age of 14. We use a bicycle ergometer (a special exercise bike with a programmable load).
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Heart ultrasound for children in Kyiv
You can sign up for a heart ultrasound for children in Kyiv at the Docos Medical Medical Center, which is located on the left bank (Desniansky district, Chernihivska metro station) and at “Rodynnyi Likar. Dokos Medical” the right bank (Obolonsky district, Minska metro station) of Kyiv.
Our specialists
Our advantages
Why we are trusted
Highly qualified specialists
Our team consists of experienced professionals who regularly improve their qualifications.
Comprehensive approach
Work of a multidisciplinary team of doctors.
Affordable prices
At “Docos Medical” you receive quality consultation at reasonable prices, which makes medical care accessible to everyone.
Speed and accuracy
The duration of examination is usually up to 30 minutes.
Individual approach
Our specialists always listen carefully to patients, take into account the specifics of their health condition and provide recommendations in accordance with the results obtained.
Convenient location
Desnyanskyi district of Kyiv – 3 minutes from Chernihivska metro station, parking available.
Obolonskyi district of Kyiv – 15 minutes from Minska metro station, parking available.