Hypertension additional tests


 * Assistant Editor-In-Chief: Taylor Palmieri

Overview
Additional imaging studies are often performed to evaluate for end organ damage in the patient with hypertension.

Electrocardiogram

 * An electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG) is performed to evaluate for the presence of left ventricular hypertrophy or silent myocardial infarction.

Chest X-ray

 * A chest X-ray is performed to evaluate for signs of cardiac enlargement or evidence of cardiac failure.

Echocardiography or Ultrasound

 * An echocardiogram can help in diagnosing left ventricular hypertrophy and diastolic dysfunction.