- 12-lead ECG Library
A collection of electrocardiograms for all those interested in learning about the ECG / EKG.
http://www.ecglibrary.com/
- Cardiology Channel
Description of cardiac catheterization is, who should have it and possible risks.
http://www.cardiaccatheter.com
- Heart Encyclopedia: Diagnostic Methods
The Cincinnati Children's Hospital, located in Ohio, presents information about available methods to determine if a child has a cardiac problem.
http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/Health_Topics/The_Heart_Encyclopedia/default.htm
- Heart Info: Patient Guide
Provides listings of useful information and advice related to cardiac disorders, tests, surgical procedures and associated signs and symptoms.
http://www.heartinfo.org/search/display.asp?ID=458
- Heart Site: Echocardiogram
Explains what ultrasound is, what doppler is, the information it provides, how long it takes, safety, and how quick the results are obtained and what they mean.
http://www.heartsite.com/html/echocardiogram.html
- HeartScan
Information on Electron Beam CT Scanning that can detect coronary artery disease in its earliest, most treatable stages. At Abbott Northwestern Hospital/Minneapolis Heart Institute.
http://www.heartscanmn.com/
- Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA)
This site offers information for patients about MRA, including how to prepare for the procedure, what you might experience and benefits versus risks.
http://www.radiologyinfo.org/content/mr-angiography.htm
- On Health with WebMD
A complete look at an echocardiogram and transesophageal echocardiogram.
http://my.webmd.com/encyclopedia/article/1675.55576
- Regular Treadmill Stress Test
How it works, when it is ordered, how it is done, preparations, how long it takes, safety, reliability and how quickly you get results are discussed.
http://www.heartsite.com/html/regular_stress.html
- Tests for vascular risk factors
Providing an innovative test for Asymmetric Dimethylarginine (ADMA), an important new analyte in predicting arteriosclerosis and acute coronary events. Tests Offered: LDL, HDL, Homoscysteine, Trigylcerides and Essential Fatty Acids
http://www.cardiovasics.com
- The Merck Manual
A detailed look at non-invasive procedures and invasive procedures used in diagnosing heart disease.
http://www.merck.com/pubs/mmanual/section16/chapter198/198a.htm
- TheMDSite.com
Site for physicians offering information to doctors on rapid interpretations of EKGs with an interactive learning tool.
http://www.theMDsite.com
- Transesophageal Echocardiogram
Explains how a TEE is different from the standard echo,how it is performed, how to prepare for the test, how long it takes, safety, the information it provides, how long it takes for the results and some images of a TEE are shown.
http://www.heartsite.com/html/tee.html
- UMDNJ: Echocardiography
Medical articles and ultrasound images intended for use by doctors and health care professionals.
http://www2.umdnj.edu/%7Eshindler/echo.html
- University of Iowa Health Care
Introduction cardiac catheterization, before the procedure, hospitalization, laboratory setting, the procedure, after the procedure, other tests and a glossary.
http://www.vh.org/Patients/IHB/IntMed/Cardio/Cath/Contents.html
- University of Kansas Medical Center
Six still echocardiogram samples are shown here and one full motion. Aortic and mitral valve.
http://www.kumc.edu/instruction/medicine/cont-ed/infotech/car-echo.htm
- Virtual Hospital
A brief look at what an echocardiogram is, what happens in the echo lab and considerations.
http://www.vh.org/Patients/IHB/IntMed/Cardio/Echo.html
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