Echocardiography in Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Echocardiography is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses ultrasound waves to create pictures of the heart. In adults with congenital heart disease, who may have heart defects present since birth, echocardiography helps doctors assess the structure and function of the heart. It identifies issues like abnormal blood flow, heart chamber sizes, and valve function. This information is crucial for diagnosing problems, monitoring heart health over time, and planning treatments. It is a safe procedure that allows for real-time observation of the heart without the need for surgery or radiation.