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Introduction to transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) with a historical perspective
1Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California, USA.
Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) is a vital clinical tool with expanding uses. Future developments will likely include myocardial perfusion imaging and easier 3D applications.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular imaging
- Medical diagnostics
Background:
- Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) has been a clinical standard since the early 1980s.
- Its applications have significantly expanded over time.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current status and future directions of TEE.
- To highlight advancements in TEE technology and applications.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature and technological advancements in TEE.
- Analysis of the evolution and expanded clinical utility of TEE.
Main Results:
- TEE is an established and versatile diagnostic tool.
- Ongoing technological development promises further enhancements.
Conclusions:
- TEE continues to evolve as a crucial imaging modality.
- Future innovations are expected in myocardial perfusion and 3D imaging.
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