been having a high heart rate since my stress/echo my chest hasn't stop hurting and i just got out of hosptial i spent 2 days there my evaluation is 55-60% what does that mean for me
Q: my caridovascular evaluation showed 55-60% what does that mean what is it telling
Answers (1)
7/26/09 11:51pm
Hi Yolanda: Generally the pumping function of the heart is 55-60%. This is normal. It's called the ejection fraction. But it's not clear if this is your stress echo ejection fraction or resting heart function.
Talk to your doctor to find out more about this test.
As far as your heart rate and chest pain, it would be unlikely for heart disease to cause chest pain this long after a stress test, but your doctor should be able to check this out for you.
Don't ignore the pain.
take care,
Dr. Kirk Laman
Important:
We hope you find this general health information helpful. Please note however, that this Q&A is meant to support not replace the professional medical advice you receive from your doctor. No information in the Answers above is intended to diagnose or treat any condition. The views expressed in the Answers above belong to the individuals who posted them and do not necessarily reflect the views of Remedy Health Media. Remedy Health Media does not review or edit content posted by our community members, but reserves the right to remove any material it deems inappropriate.
By yolanda— Last Modified: 12/25/10, First Published: 07/26/09
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
