Ergometry, also known as a exercise tolerance test or treadmill test, assesses the heart's response to physical stress. This procedure involves monitoring the electrical activity of the heart, blood pressure, and symptoms while the patient exercises on a treadmill or...

Cardiologists begin the examination by interviewing patients about their symptoms. The cardiologist is also interested in the patient's lifestyle and any medications they are taking. Next, a focused physical examination is conducted, along with an ECG and...