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Role of Transesophageal Echocardiography in Patients with Ischemic Stroke
Merrill H Stewart1, Yvonne Gilliland1
1John Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute, Ochsner Clinical School-The University of Queensland School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, United States of America.
Abstract:
Acute ischemic stroke is a condition with considerable mortality and morbidity. When used appropriately, Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) can be an incredibly useful tool to identify potential causes of stroke and guide management. The crucial distinction in this modality lies in separating common incidental findings from those likely to have contributed to ischemic stroke. Furthermore, the management of identified intracardiac causes varies widely from open surgery to antiplatelet therapy. This review seeks to discuss the role of TEE in identifying common etiologies of cardioembolic stroke, review the clinical entities, and the highlight the most recent management recommendations.
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