On-site electrocardiography integrated with respiratory evaluation.
On-site 12-lead ECG and integrated cardio-respiratory workup — because breathlessness often has both cardiac and pulmonary causes that must be evaluated together.
Breathlessness and chest tightness can arise from the lungs, the heart or both. Our cardio-respiratory workup combines a 12-lead ECG, pulse oximetry, spirometry and a focused chest examination so that patients are triaged accurately between pulmonology and cardiology from the very first visit.
A resting ECG is a screening tool. If suspicion remains high, further tests like echocardiography or a stress ECG are recommended — we coordinate referrals where indicated.
Many patients with breathlessness have both airway and cardiac contribution. Spirometry helps quantify airflow obstruction and is essential before labelling breathlessness as 'cardiac'.
Usually 30–45 minutes in the clinic including ECG, SpO₂ and spirometry, followed by the pulmonologist consultation.
No fasting is needed for a resting ECG or spirometry. Avoid a heavy meal in the two hours before.
Yes — it is a core component of pre-anaesthetic chest clearance for elective surgery in older patients or those with respiratory history.
The information above is educational and does not replace an in-person consultation. For a personalised plan, book with Dr Saurabh Bhatt (MD Pulmonology) at Samarth Chest Hospital & ICU, 4th Floor, RK Casta, Bharuch — call +91 90161 12968 or WhatsApp us.