Clinical examination
The cardiologist reviews symptoms and listens for murmurs or other relevant findings.
Structural heart assessment
Heart valve disease assessment with measured follow-up.
Valve disease can remain mild for years or progress over time. Echocardiography, symptoms and heart function help determine whether monitoring or further treatment is appropriate.
01Echocardiography
02Symptom and murmur review
03Structured follow-up
Your visit
Signs worth discussing.
Symptoms can vary from person to person. A cardiologist can help determine whether they relate to valvular heart disease or another cause.
- A heart murmur
- Breathlessness or reduced stamina
- Chest discomfort
- Dizziness or fainting
- Swelling or signs of heart failure
Your assessment
Evidence first. Then a plan.
Testing is selected around your symptoms and clinical history. Not every patient needs every investigation.
Echocardiography
Ultrasound shows valve structure, severity and the effect on heart chambers and function.
Additional testing
ECG, exercise testing, CT or other imaging may be considered depending on the valve and clinical question.
Specialist care
Care that stays connected.
Your consultation, testing and follow-up can be coordinated through one clinical pathway.
Monitor at the right interval
Mild or moderate disease may require periodic imaging and symptom review.
Manage contributing conditions
Blood pressure, rhythm problems and heart failure symptoms are addressed.
Plan specialist intervention
When disease becomes severe, the team can coordinate further procedural assessment.
Cardiology specialists
Meet the team behind your care.
Patient services can help identify the most appropriate cardiologist for your symptoms and records.
Cardiovascular and pan-vascular care
Dr. Junbo Ge
Visiting Specialist of Cardiology Department
Cardiology and heart failure
Dr. Kathy Shi
Chief of Cardiology Department, SinoUnited Health
Cardiovascular medicine
Dr. Lei Ge
Visiting Specialist of Cardiology DepartmentNot sure which specialist to choose?
Let us guide youCommon questions
About Valvular heart disease.
Does every valve problem need surgery?
No. Many mild valve problems only require monitoring. Intervention depends on severity, symptoms and heart function.
How often will I need an echocardiogram?
The interval varies by valve, severity and symptoms. Your cardiologist will recommend a monitoring schedule.
Can valve disease cause no symptoms?
Yes. Some people feel well even when a murmur or imaging abnormality is present.
Appointments in Shanghai
Start with a short conversation.
Tell patient services what is happening. The team will help coordinate the right next step.