Diagnosing pathological murmurs involves several steps:
Clinical Examination: A thorough physical exam, including auscultation to assess the quality and timing of the murmur. Echocardiography: An ultrasound of the heart to visualize structural abnormalities. Electrocardiogram (ECG): To assess the electrical activity of the heart. Chest X-Ray: To visualize the size and shape of the heart and surrounding structures.
