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Kids Stress Test
Exercise ECG; ECG - exercise treadmill; EKG - exercise treadmill; Stress ECG; Exercise electrocardiography; Stress test - exercise treadmill
What the risks are
Stress tests are generally safe. Some patients may have chest pain or may faint or collapse. A heart attack or dangerous irregular rhythm is rare.
Persons who are likely to have such complications are usually already known to have weak hearts, so they are not given this test.
Special considerations
A stress test is less...
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ECG: EKG: Exercise stress test
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Exercise stress test
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
An exercise stress test is a screening tool to test the effect of exercise on your heart. See also:Stress echocardiographyThallium stress... Read more »
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Thallium Stress Test
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