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Review article: transesophageal echocardiography
1Department of Noninvasive Cardiology, Deborah Heart and Lung Center, Browns Mills, NJ 08015.
New Jersey Medicine : the Journal of the Medical Society of New Jersey
|September 1, 1993
Summary
Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) provides valuable diagnostic information in cardiology. This review covers TEE
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Imaging
- Echocardiography
Background:
- Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) has been utilized since 1990.
- Over 500 patients have undergone this diagnostic procedure.
- TEE offers critical insights into cardiac conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the indications for TEE.
- To discuss the usage of TEE in diverse clinical scenarios.
- To highlight the necessity for ongoing evaluation of TEE's role.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical data from 508 patients.
- Analysis of TEE applications across various medical settings.
- Literature synthesis on TEE efficacy and indications.
Main Results:
- TEE has proven to be a valuable diagnostic tool.
- The procedure yields significant information for patient management.
- Data from 508 cases underscore TEE's utility.
Conclusions:
- TEE is indicated for a range of cardiac assessments.
- Its application in clinical practice is widespread and beneficial.
- Further research is warranted to optimize TEE utilization.