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Richard Ro1, Daniel Bamira1, Samuel Bernard1
1Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, New York University Langone Health, New York, NY, USA.
Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) is crucial for screening patients undergoing percutaneous structural interventions. This imaging technique ensures accurate diagnosis and planning for these minimally invasive procedures.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular imaging
- Interventional cardiology
Background:
- Percutaneous structural interventions offer effective therapeutic options for patients.
- Echocardiography has significantly contributed to the growth of these procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the vital role of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) in screening patients before percutaneous structural interventions.
- To highlight TEE's importance in the diagnosis and planning phases of these procedures.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing a multimodality imaging approach by the valve team.
- Employing all available TEE views, including biplane imaging.
- Leveraging 3D imaging and multiplanar reconstruction for detailed assessment.
Main Results:
- TEE plays a unique and essential role in the diagnosis and planning of structural interventions.
- Comprehensive and systematic TEE studies ensure accurate assessment of structural lesions.
- TEE facilitates precise evaluation for procedural planning.
Conclusions:
- Transesophageal echocardiography is indispensable for the accurate assessment and planning of percutaneous structural interventions.
- A systematic and comprehensive approach to TEE is recommended for optimal patient management.
- TEE enhances the safety and efficacy of structural heart interventions.
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