Pediatric Echo

An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the heart  An echocardiogram is done in a darkened room, with your child lying down. Small metal stickers are placed on the chest. Preparing before the echocardiogram. Most children do not need to do anything special to get ready for an echocardiogram.It is safe, painless, and without radiation. Pictures of the child's heart can be viewed on a small monitor while the procedure is being performed.