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Cholesterol levels go up when thyroid function comes down. Ultrasound image of the heart – echocardiogram, showing fluid collection around the heart, marked as PE, short for pericardial effusion. Hence the blood stagnates in some parts of the upper chambers (left atrium) and clots may form.
It is also very important to mention a history of high blood pressure, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, family history of premature heart disease, stroke or even sudden death. Ultrasound – this is easily available, very portable and usually a very low risk investigation. There are a variety of ways to look at these.
Echocardiography – We can use ultrasound to visualize the heart and look at how well it pumps. With this test, an echocardiogram is done at rest to study the pumping ability of the heart. With time, fat and cholesterol can get trapped in the areas of wear and tear and cause plaque formation.
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