Echo (Echocardiogram), TMT (Treadmill Test), and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) are non-invasive diagnostic tools essential for evaluating heart and lung function. These tests aid in early diagnosis, disease monitoring, and preventive healthcare, making them vital for patients with symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, or fatigue.
What Do These Tests Do?
- Echo uses ultrasound to visualize the heart’s structure and motion, detecting issues like valve disorders or heart wall abnormalities.
- TMT monitors the heart’s response to physical exertion, identifying stress-induced changes that signal coronary artery disease.
- PFT measures lung capacity and airflow to diagnose conditions such as asthma, COPD, or pulmonary fibrosis.
Cardiac and Pulmonary Evaluation
Echo and TMT are integral to cardiac screening, especially for individuals with risk factors like obesity, diabetes, or a family history of heart disease. They help detect silent heart conditions, guide medication adjustments, and track post-surgical recovery.
PFT is essential for pulmonary assessment, offering insights into lung mechanics and guiding treatment for respiratory disorders. It also aids in preoperative risk assessment and monitoring occupational lung health.
Stress and Heart Monitoring
TMT serves as a stress test to evaluate cardiac fitness under controlled physical load. It helps identify issues not visible at rest, such as silent ischemia or latent arrhythmias, and is also useful in fitness assessments.
Echo and TMT contribute to heart monitoring, particularly for patients recovering from cardiac events or involved in rehabilitation.
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At https://kannappamemorialhospital.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-Every-Step-of-Aging-with-Grace-We-Care-for-You.webp, our advanced diagnostic services and expert team ensure accurate evaluations using Echo, TMT, and PFT. These tests provide early insights and guide timely interventions, supporting better outcomes and long-term heart and lung health.
