Main description:

A transoesophageal echocardiography (TEE) test is an alternative way to perform an echocardiogram. An ultrasound transducer, positioned on an endoscope, is guided down the patient's throat into the oesophagus. The test provides a close look at the heart's valves and chambers, without interference from the ribs or lungs. TEE is often used when the results from standard echo tests are not sufficient, or when your doctor wants a closer look at the heart (Cleveland Clinic).

This book is a comprehensive guide to TEE of the tricuspid and pulmonary valves, both on the right side of the heart. Divided into three sections, TEE of both valves is discussed in detail, as well as various associated cardiac surgeries. The final section comprises multiple choice questions for revision.

This highly illustrated guide includes numerous clinical photographs and diagrams, as well as a DVD ROM demonstrating more than 90 procedural videos to enhance learning.

Key points

Comprehensive guide to transoesophageal echocardiography (TEE) of the tricuspid and pulmonary valves
Complete section of multiple choice questions
Numerous full colour photographs, diagrams and tables
Includes DVD ROM demonstrating TEE procedures

Contents:

Section I: Transesophageal Echocardiography of Tricuspid Valve

Anatomy of Tricuspid and Pulmonary Valves
Transesophageal Echocardiography Views of Tricuspid and Pulmonary Valves
Doppler Examination across Tricuspid and Pulmonary Valves
Tricuspid Regurgitation
Tricuspid Stenosis

Section II: Transesophageal Echocardiography of Pulmonary Valve

Pulmonary Stenosis
Pulmonary Regurgitation
Pulmonary Artery Hypertension
Ebstein's Anomaly
Cardiac Masses across Tricuspid and Pulmonary Valves
Miscellaneous Lesions Affecting Tricuspid and Pulmonary Valves

Section III: Multiple Choice Questions

Multiple Choice Questions