echocardiogram

[ ek-oh-kahr-dee-uh-gram ]

noun

1. a graphic record produced by an echocardiograph.

echocardiogram

/ ˌɛkəʊˈkɑːdɪəʊˌɡræm /

noun

1. a visual display or record produced using echocardiography

echocardiogram

/ ĕk′ō-kär′dē-ə-grăm′ /

1. An ultrasound image of the heart that demonstrates the size, motion, and composition of cardiac structures and is used to diagnose various abnormalities of the heart, including valvular dysfunction, abnormal chamber size, congenital heart disease, and cardiomyopathy.

Word History and Origins

Origin of echocardiogram¹

First recorded in 1975–80; echo + cardiogram

Example Sentences

Used this way, the fabric microphone could listen for murmurs and may someday be able to provide information similar to an echocardiogram, an ultrasound of the heart, Thakur says.

From Science News

Shortly after Terrell’s death, Duane insisted Darryl have an echocardiogram to check for the same heart issue.

From Washington Post