The pediatric transthoracic echocardiogram is an essential test to evaluate the structure and function of the heart in newborns, children, and adolescents.
It uses ultrasound to provide real-time visualization of cardiac function and plays a key role in diagnosing heart murmurs, congenital abnormalities, arrhythmias, or symptoms such as chest pain, palpitations, or fatigue.
It is also recommended as a screening test before starting physical activity, as a preventive measure, depending on the child’s or adolescent’s level of activity.
Both exams are performed at Hospital de Loulé by Dr. Inês Gomes, a cardiologist specialized in pediatric cardiology, ensuring rigorous and compassionate care for children and their families — from the prenatal period through adolescence.
