Expert vascular and cardiac ultrasound imaging at our CQC-registered Harley Street clinic. Echocardiogram, carotid Doppler, DVT scan, and aortic aneurysm screening — same-day appointments, no GP referral required.
Instant verbal results. Written report within 24 hours.
Cardiovascular ultrasound encompasses both cardiac imaging (echocardiography) and vascular imaging — the assessment of arteries and veins throughout the body. At Sonoworld, our specialist sonographers use high-resolution GE ultrasound equipment to provide accurate, real-time assessment of your heart and vascular system.
All cardiovascular scans are performed by HCPC-registered specialist sonographers. A comprehensive written report is delivered within 24 hours, and no GP referral is required. Our Harley Street clinic offers same-day appointments for most cardiovascular scans.
Choose the scan that matches your clinical need. If you are unsure which scan is right for you, call our team for guidance.
A detailed ultrasound examination of the heart — assessing cardiac structure, function, valves, and chambers. The gold-standard investigation for heart murmurs, palpitations, breathlessness, and suspected cardiomyopathy.
Detailed Doppler assessment of the carotid arteries for stenosis, plaque, and atherosclerosis. The first-line investigation for stroke risk assessment, TIA, and carotid bruit. Results available same day.
Urgent compression ultrasound for suspected deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the leg or arm. Same-day appointments available. A negative scan provides immediate reassurance; a positive result is reported to your GP within hours.
Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening — a quick, painless ultrasound that measures the diameter of the aorta. Recommended for men over 65 and anyone with a family history of aortic aneurysm or cardiovascular risk factors.
Use this guide to identify the most appropriate scan for your symptoms. If you are unsure, call our clinical team for advice.
These symptoms may indicate a cardiac cause. An echocardiogram assesses heart structure and function and is the first-line cardiac imaging investigation.
A transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or carotid bruit detected by your GP requires urgent carotid assessment. A carotid Doppler scan assesses stenosis and stroke risk.
Unilateral leg swelling, calf pain, or redness after travel or surgery may indicate DVT. A DVT ultrasound scan is the gold-standard investigation and can be performed same day.
Men over 65, smokers, and those with a family history of aortic aneurysm should consider an aortic aneurysm scan. Early detection is life-saving.
Book your scan online or call 020 3633 4902. Same-day appointments are available for most cardiovascular scans, including urgent DVT assessment.
Our specialist sonographer will take a brief clinical history before the scan. No fasting is required for most cardiovascular scans (echocardiogram patients should avoid a heavy meal beforehand).
Your scan is performed using high-resolution GE ultrasound equipment by an HCPC-registered specialist sonographer. The examination is painless and typically takes 20–45 minutes.
Your sonographer provides immediate verbal feedback after the scan. A comprehensive written report is emailed to you within 24 hours and can be shared with your GP or cardiologist.
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