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The aim of the electrocardiogram is to determine any damage to the heart and the effects of medication and devices on the circulatory system’s main organ, as well as being very useful in detecting and analysing cardiac arrhythmias, acute episodes of coronary artery disease and myocardial infarction.
To perform the test, the healthcare professional attaches the electrocardiograph cables to the patient’s skin using adhesive patches or suction cups called “electrodes,” which are placed on the ankles, wrists, and chest to record the electrical impulses from different parts of the body.
During the electrocardiogram, the patient should lie down, stay relaxed, remain silent, breathe normally, and keep arms and legs still. Sometimes, the doctor may ask the patient to hold their breath for a few seconds.
The electrocardiograph records the heart’s electrical activity from the surface of the body using the attached electrodes. This recording is printed on paper and must be interpreted by a healthcare professional based on the patient’s symptoms and medical history.
It can also be used in preoperative evaluations, especially for surgeries of medium or high complexity, if risk factors are present, such as ischemic heart disease, diabetes, stroke, heart failure, or kidney dysfunction.
This is a simple and quick test that does not cause any discomfort or pain. In addition, it poses no risk to patients.
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