New 'echo' machine brought in to Wimborne's Victoria Hospital
The kit can perform ultrasounds scans of a patient's heart
A new 'echo' machine has been brought in for Wimborne's Victoria Hospital, to check the structure and function of patients' hearts more easily.
The £95,000 device has been funded through a donation from the League of Friends charity at the hospital.
It means echocardiograms can be carried out, to test for valve disease, heart failure, cardiomyopathy and congenital heart disease.
Cardiac physiologist Rachel Brown explained:
“We can achieve better visualisation of cardiac structures, resulting in a more accurate assessment for the patient. This machine also incorporates 3D imaging, auto measurements and the most up-to-date techniques.
“Our patients can now receive high quality echocardiograms which will help us identify any problems as quickly as possible and guide their subsequent treatment.”
Anne Salter, the Victoria Hospital League of Friends' Chair, said:
“I am delighted the trustees of our charity agreed to fund the purchase of a cardiac ultrasound machine.
“This latest technology allows for quicker and more accurate assessments. It also means that local people can be seen sooner and closer to home.”