Understanding the service

What is it and what is its purpose?

A comprehensive assessment starts with understanding symptoms, personal and family history, and risk factors. Investigations are selected to answer the clinical question, rather than as a standard package for everyone.

The aim is to translate symptoms, history and risk factors into a clear clinical question. Only investigations likely to change diagnosis, treatment or prevention are selected, rather than the same package for everyone.

How it is performed

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Detailed history and medication review.
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Clinical examination and ECG when indicated.
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A targeted plan for further investigations, treatment and follow-up.

The patient experience

What to expect, step by step

Understanding the procedure helps you arrive better prepared and with greater confidence.

Clinical cardiology examination — Examination and ECG are the starting point; additional tests are selected according to the clinical question.

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On the day of your investigation or treatment

The consultation includes a detailed history, medication review, examination and vital signs. Depending on the clinical question, an ECG or echocardiogram may be performed and further investigations planned.

BEFORE

Preparation

Bring previous test results, a medication list and records of blood pressure or symptoms.

AFTER

The first few hours

No recovery time is needed. Findings are explained, including what is reassuring, what needs follow-up and which symptoms require earlier assessment.

RETURN

Back to everyday life

Activities continue normally unless symptoms or findings require a temporary restriction. The plan may include lifestyle changes, medication adjustments, further investigations and a specific review interval.

Important

Not every patient needs every available test. The right choice depends on the probability of disease and clinical benefit. Your treating team's individual instructions always take priority over the general information on this page.

Frequently asked questions

Practical answers before your appointment

Will it hurt?

Most non-invasive investigations are painless. You may feel only mild pressure from the ultrasound probe, blood pressure cuff or adhesive electrodes.

Should I stop my medication?

Not without specific medical instructions. Anticoagulants, antiarrhythmics, diabetes medicines and other treatments may require special management, tailored to each patient and procedure.

When will I know the result?

Some results are available immediately, while recordings such as Holter or ambulatory blood pressure monitoring require full analysis. The results and next steps will be discussed at the agreed time.

When is urgent help needed?

New severe chest pain, severe breathlessness, fainting or persistent neurological symptoms require an immediate call to 112. Do not report these through the contact form.

Information sources

Based on reliable patient information

The content has been adapted for patients and clinical practice. It is not individual medical advice.

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Assessment by Dimitrios Gerontitis, cardiologist and arrhythmia specialist, in Chalkida or Marousi, Athens (IASO). View practice telephone numbers and addresses.

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