Cardiovascular Center / Cardiac Unit
The echocardiography unit at Hospital Angeles cardiac examinations using high-resolution ultrasound and color Doppler imaging. It offers accurate, non-invasive echocardiograms tailored to each patient, utilizing advanced technology and specialists in cardiac imaging to assess heart health and function.
909 Paseo del Tecnológico, Residencial Tecnológico, 27250 Torreón, Coahuila, México
7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The echocardiography unit is a specialized medical service that uses ultrasound to obtain detailed images of the heart and assess its function.
Echocardiography is used to diagnose and evaluate heart conditions, such as heart valve problems, heart muscle disease, and congenital heart defects.
No, an echocardiogram is a non-invasive procedure and does not cause pain. It is performed by applying gel to the chest and using an ultrasound transducer to obtain the images.
The duration of an echocardiogram can vary, but it generally takes between 30 minutes and an hour, depending on the complexity of the case and the information that needs to be obtained.
In most cases, no special preparation is needed before an echocardiogram. However, you may be asked to avoid eating or drinking for a certain period of time before the procedure. It is important to follow your doctor’s instructions.