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Does an echocardiogram tell a doctor if you have blockages?
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No: If you are talking about blockages in the coronary arteries, the answer is no. The echo looks at the gross structure and function of the heart and valves.
Answered 10/8/2014
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Possibly: Echocardiogram, particularly if done after exercise or drug induced stress can demonstrate abnormal wall motion of the heart that correlate with areas of muscle with poor blood supply. If these abnormalities are found, further investigation with angiography (dye testing) are recommended. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
Answered 10/8/2014
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