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Echocardiography

Imaging & Scans estimated about CNY 200-500 (estimated about USD 30-70) 30 min

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Description

Echocardiography is a non-invasive ultrasound test to assess heart structure and function—often needed for suspected valve disease, heart failure, or unexplained chest pain—with estimated costs of ¥200–¥500 in China, and ChinaMedicalHub assists with hospital booking and interpreter support.

Main Uses

Echocardiography is primarily used for assessing cardiac structure and function, diagnosing heart valve disorders, evaluating the presence and severity of heart failure, detecting congenital heart defects, and monitoring the effectiveness of treatments. It's also useful in guiding management decisions for patients with suspected or known cardiovascular disease.

Normal Range

Echocardiography (心脏彩超) does not have a single numerical normal range but evaluates various parameters. Common indicators include: Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction (LVEF): 50-70%, Left Atrial Volume Index (LAVI): <34 mL/m², Right Ventricular Systolic Pressure (RVSP): 0-30 mmHg, and no significant valvular regurgitation or stenosis.

Low Values - Possible Causes

Low LVEF can be caused by cardiomyopathy, heart failure, myocardial infarction, severe anemia, or chronic hypertension. Low RVSP might indicate underestimation due to technical issues or true low pressure in the absence of pulmonary hypertension.

High Values - Possible Causes

High LVEF is less common but may occur in conditions like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or athletic heart syndrome. High RVSP suggests pulmonary hypertension, which can be due to lung diseases, left heart disease, or thromboembolic disease. Increased LAVI indicates left atrial enlargement, often seen in hypertension, valve disease, or atrial fibrillation.

estimated about CNY 200-500

estimated about USD 30-70

Duration: 30 min