Department of functional diagnostics

Head of Department: Dana Kubelková, MD
tel.: +420 973 212 465 (474)
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The Department disposes of methods for examination of cardiovascular system and of pulmonary functions.

Examinations offered:

• 24/48 hour till 7 day ECG monitoring (Holter monitoring)

Examination runs on out-patient basis with a device who will be lend for 24/48 hours till 7 days; the intent is to catch the disturbances of heart rhythm and to record reading of ECG.
PREPARATION: It is advisable to have clothing made from natural materials without synthetic fibers; the device must not come into contact with water and radiation from safety frames.

• 24 hour blood pressure monitoring (Tonoport)

Examination runs on out-patient basis with a device who will be lend for 24 hours; the intent is to eliminate or to confirm the diagnosis of arterial hypertension (high blood pressure), of hypotension (low blood pressure) and/or to evaluate the compensation of treated hypertension. The advantage consists in achieving of an overview on the values of blood pressure over 24 hours (during the day, sleep, various activities etc.).
PREPARATION: It is advisable to have clothing with looser sleeves (the cuff inflates during blood pressure measuring); the device must not come into contact with water and radiation from safety frames.

• Echocardiography

Ultrasound examination to evaluate the function and condition of the heart, pericarium and valves, respectively.
PREPARATION: No special preparation is needed.

• Exercise Electrocardiography (Treadmill Protocol, Veloergometry)

Examination for assessing the level of physical fitness by response of blood pressure and ECG after standardized stress protocol.
PREPARATON: It is appropriate to attend the examination after a light meal (due to the physical load). We recommend to have sports shoes and pants, leggings or shorts. In case of cold it shlud be appropriate to order after recovery.

• Spirometry

Evaluation of pulmonary functions.
PREPARATON: No special preparation is needed.

-- The Department also provides ambulant care for aviation personnel and patients in the branch of internal medicine.
-- We examine the clients of AEGON and AXA insurance companies.