EXERCISE STRESS ECHOCARDIOGRAPHIC

This examination utilizes ultrasound to compare heart contraction before and after exercise, assessing images of cardiac structures, blood flow, and the velocities of blood passage through the heart. The procedure involves acquiring and storing images at rest, followed by a treadmill stress test with a protocol gradually increasing speed and incline. After exercise, the patient quickly lies down for imaging of the heart at maximum activity. Throughout the exercise, the patient is closely monitored, including electrocardiogram and blood pressure monitoring to ensure safety and accuracy of the evaluation.

Approximate Duration of Each Exam: 1 hour

Requirements for Examination:

• Schedule an appointment in advance and arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled time.
• Bring a medical order and authorization from the insurer (if applicable).
• If an EPS patient, bring authorization.
• Bring a prescription or detailed record of prescribed medications (name, frequency, dosage).
• No fasting required, just a light meal before the exam.
• Avoid using chest creams on the day of the exam.
• Must be accompanied by an adult companion who remains in the facility until the exam is completed.
• Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for exercise.
• Avoid coffee and smoking 3 hours before.
• Avoid exercise 12 hours before.

Results Delivery:

Stress Echocardiography with Exercise: 30 minutes after completion or the next day after 5:00 p.m. on the website or the second business day after the examination, in printed form.
Stress Echocardiography with Dobutamine: 30 minutes after completion or the next day after 5:00 p.m. on the website or the second business day after the examination, in printed form.

Agreements and Contracts:

• Policies: Sura, Allianz, Seguros Bolívar, Colpatria, Liberty Seguros, BMI, La Aseguradora
• Prepaid Medicine: Medplus, Colsanitas, and Coomeva.
• EPS: Sura.