There are state of the art X-ray, ECG and sonograph facilities at AHC.

X-ray

One of the oldest forms of medical imaging, X-ray is a painless medical test that can help your doctor in diagnosis and treatment. X-ray may be used to …….

• Determine whether a bone is chipped, dislocated or broken.
• Evaluate joint injuries and bone infections.
• Diagnose and monitor the progression of degenerative conditions like arthritis and osteoporosis.
• Screen for lung and heart diseases
• Diagnose the cause of persistent coughing or chest pain.
• Check for broken ribs or punctured lung.
• Evaluate abdominal pain.
• Locate objects that may have been accidentally swallowed by a child.

Sonography

• High frequency sound waves are used to produce images of internal body structures.
• It renders ‘Live” images where the operator can select the most useful section for diagnosing and documenting.
• Used in cases of cardiology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, gynecology, urology etc.

ECG

            An Electro Cardio Gram may be used to…..

• Evaluate symptoms of heart disease such as unexplained chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness or palpitations.
• When risk factors for heart diseases such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cigarette smoking, diabetes or family history are present.

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