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Stress Echocardiogram

Stress Echocardiogram

A Stress Echocardiogram is a specialised test used to assess how your heart functions under physical stress. The test involves exercise on a treadmill to increase your heart rate and simulate the effects of exertion. This allows our cardiologist to evaluate blood flow to the heart muscle and detect areas with reduced circulation or abnormal function.
It is commonly used to:

  • Diagnose coronary artery disease.
  • Assess heart valve function.
  • Evaluate heart muscle performance after a heart attack.

Patient Preparation

  • Fasting:Do not eat or drink for 2 hours before your appointment. You may sip water if needed.
  • Medications:Do not stop any medication without medical advice.
  • Clothing:Wear loose, comfortable clothing and walking shoes suitable for exercise.
  • Driving:You may drive yourself unless advised otherwise, but some patients prefer arranging transport home.

What to Expect During the Test

  • You will begin with resting ultrasound images of your heart taken while lying on your left side.  
  • Electrodes will be placed on your chest to monitor your heart rhythm, and a blood pressure cuff will be used throughout the test.
  • You will then perform walk on the treadmill, gradually increasing intensity until a target heart rate is reached or symptoms develop.
  • You will make your way to the bed where additional ultrasound images will be taken immediately after exercise to assess heart function under stress.
  • The entire procedure takes approximately 45–60 minutes, with the exercise portion lasting up to 10 minutes.

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