Cardiology Examination

Galen Clinic's Cardiology Examination is a comprehensive cardiovascular work-up combining a specialist consultation with echocardiography, ECG, ankle-brachial index measurement, carotid duplex ultrasound and abdominal aortic aneurysm screening in a single appointment. Led by the clinic's cardiologist, it assesses heart structure and function, electrical activity, peripheral and carotid arterial health, and screens for aortic aneurysm — giving a thorough picture of cardiovascular risk in one visit. It suits clients with cardiovascular risk factors, a family history of heart disease, or anyone wanting a detailed heart and vessel assessment as part of preventive care.

Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of illness that often develops silently, so a thorough specialist assessment is a valuable preventive step. Galen Clinic's cardiology examination, performed by its cardiologist, brings several complementary investigations together into one comprehensive appointment. **What the examination includes:** - **Specialist consultation** — history, symptom review and cardiovascular risk assessment. - **Echocardiography (ECHO)** — ultrasound imaging of the heart to assess structure, valve function and pumping performance. - **ECG** — recording of the heart's electrical activity to detect rhythm and conduction abnormalities. - **Ankle-brachial index (ABI)** — comparison of blood pressure at the ankle and arm to screen for peripheral arterial disease. - **Carotid duplex ultrasound (DUS)** — imaging of the carotid arteries to assess wall thickness and plaque, markers of stroke and vascular risk. - **Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening** — ultrasound check for enlargement of the abdominal aorta. **Pricing:** 8,000 Kč as a self-pay examination per the clinic's price list valid from 13 February 2025. Additional cardiac monitoring is available separately, including blood-pressure Holter (4,500 Kč), ECG Holter (5,500 Kč) and a stand-alone ECG (1,500 Kč). **Who it is for:** Clients with cardiovascular risk factors (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, family history, smoking, diabetes), those with cardiac symptoms warranting specialist review, and anyone seeking a detailed cardiovascular assessment within preventive care. Findings are explained by the cardiologist with recommendations and any onward care planned through the clinic. Appointments must be booked in advance; prescribed medications and tests are paid by the client without health-insurance participation.