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Intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography
R C Ashmore1, M T Grattan, J R Chen
1Straub Clinic & Hospital, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813.
Hawaii Medical Journal
|July 1, 1993
Summary
Intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) offers valuable insights for cardiac surgery patients. This technique aids in surgical planning and assessing outcomes, particularly for valve surgery.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular medicine
- Medical imaging
- Surgical technology
Background:
- Intraoperative echocardiography was introduced in 1972.
- Recent advancements in 2-D and color-flow Doppler imaging have increased interest.
- Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) provides extensive intraoperative information.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the utility of intraoperative TEE in cardiac surgery.
- To emphasize its role in preoperative planning and postoperative assessment.
- To underscore its value in valve surgery.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) during cardiac surgery.
- Employing 2-dimensional (2-D) imaging.
- Applying color-flow Doppler imaging.
Main Results:
- TEE provides extensive diagnostic information.
- The technique's value is supported by large clinical studies.
- TEE is highly beneficial for valve surgery patients.
Conclusions:
- Intraoperative TEE is a valuable tool in cardiac surgery.
- It significantly aids in preoperative surgical plan formulation.
- Immediate postoperative assessment of surgical results is enhanced by TEE.