Limitations of Electrocardiogram
Despite a very useful technique, it has its limitation as with any other technique. It cannot provide definite
diagnosis of congestive heart failure. Prognosis during anesthesia or surgical procedures is unpredictable.
Heart chamber wall thickness cannot be measured. Diseases of heart valves, endocardium, or pericardium
cannot be diagnosed. Obstructive blood flow diseases also remain undiagnosed. Wide variations among
breeds and dogs of different body conformations make the interpretation of ECG difficult. Normal
electrocardiogram may not always rule out cardiac disease.

Disadvantages of MRI

Can induce ECG changes (alteration in electrical activity of the heart in patients).

Some patients also experience claustrophobia morbid fear of closed places.

The MRI becomes distorted by metal ,so the image can be suboptimal in patients with surgical dips or
stents, for instance.

It is very complex and expensive . For MRI to come under widespread usage, the cost will have to come
down substantially.