View the AAFP Choosing Wisely recommendation on annual electrocardiograms (EKGs) or other cardiac screening for low-risk patients.

2018年9月15日 · The USPSTF recommends against screening with resting or exercise electrocardiography (ECG) to prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD) events in asymptomatic adults at low risk of CVD events.

2018年6月12日 · The USPSTF recommends against screening with resting or exercise electrocardiography (ECG) to prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD) events in asymptomatic adults at low risk of CVD events.

Electrocardiograms (ECGs) are frequently recorded in primary care for screening purposes. An ECG is essential in diagnosing atrial fibrillation, and ECG abnormalities are associated with cardiovascular events.

2024年4月2日 · An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is a quick test to check the heartbeat. It records the electrical signals in the heart. Test results can help diagnose heart attacks and irregular heartbeats, called arrhythmias.

2004年6月15日 · The USPSTF recommends against routine screening with resting electrocardiography (ECG), exercise treadmill test (ETT), or electron-beam computerized tomography (EBCT) scanning for coronary...

2018年6月14日 · The USPSTF reviewed the evidence on whether screening with resting or exercise ECG improves health outcomes compared with the use of traditional cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk assessment alone in asymptomatic adults.

For people at low risk of cardiovascular disease, the USPSTF concludes with moderate certainty that the potential harms of screening with resting or exercise ECG equal or exceed the potential benefits.

2024年8月28日 · Benefits of Preventive EKG Screening. Preventive EKG screening is key in spotting heart health issues early. It’s a simple test that examines your heart’s health, and it can catch problems before they get worse. EKGs are fast and don’t hurt, making them great for checking heart health.

The Task Force recommends against ECG screening in adults at low risk for CVD and finds insufficient evidence on ECG screening in those at medium or high risk. To view the recommendation and the evidence on which it is based, please go here.