Private Echocardiogram in Aylesbury

Expert Echocardiography Services to Assess Your Heart Health

At The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital, we offer private echocardiograms (echo) to assess the structure and function of your heart. Our state-of-the-art cardiac imaging is performed by experienced specialists, delivering rapid and accurate diagnostics without long NHS waiting times.

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What is an Echocardiogram?

An echocardiogram is a non-invasive, ultrasound-based scan used to evaluate the heart’s chambers, valves, and blood flow. It helps diagnose a wide range of cardiovascular conditions such as:

Atrial fibrillation or arrhythmias
Heart valve disease
Congenital heart defects
Heart failure
Cardiomyopathy
Fluid around the heart (pericardial effusion)

Types of Echocardiograms We Offer

Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE) – The most common type, performed externally on the chest.
Transoesophageal Echocardiogram (TOE) – A more detailed scan done via a thin probe inserted through the oesophagus.
Stress Echocardiogram – Conducted while your heart is under stress (exercise or medication) to check function and blood flow.

When Might You Need an Echocardiogram?

Your consultant may recommend an echo if you experience:

Chest pain or shortness of breath
Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)
Heart murmurs or valve issues
Swelling in the legs or ankles
Fatigue or dizziness

What to Expect During a Private Echocardiogram

Comfortable Outpatient Procedure – Typically lasts 20–40 minutes
No Radiation Exposure – Completely safe and non-invasive
Real-Time Imaging – Immediate visualisation of heart activity
Fast Results – Reports reviewed by consultant cardiologists

What Conditions Can an ECG Detect?

An echocardiogram is a vital diagnostic tool used to assess a wide range of heart conditions, including:

Heart Valve Disease – Detects leaking (regurgitation), narrowing (stenosis), or malfunction of heart valves.
Heart Failure – Measures how effectively your heart is pumping blood (ejection fraction).
Cardiomyopathy – Identifies thickened, weakened, or stiffened heart muscle.
Congenital Heart Defects – Reveals structural abnormalities present from birth.
Pericardial Effusion – Detects fluid buildup around the heart.
Atrial Fibrillation & Other Arrhythmias – Assesses how rhythm disturbances may affect heart function.
Pulmonary Hypertension – Measures pressure in the lungs and right side of the heart.
Infective Endocarditis – Shows signs of infection in the heart valves.
Ischaemic Heart Disease – Identifies reduced blood flow from blocked arteries, especially in stress echo.
Left Ventricular Hypertrophy (LVH) – Evaluates thickened heart muscle often linked to high blood pressure.