Title | An update on intraoperative three-dimensional transesophageal echocardiography. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2017 |
Authors | Rong LQ |
Journal | J Thorac Dis |
Volume | 9 |
Issue | Suppl 4 |
Pagination | S271-S282 |
Date Published | 2017 Apr |
ISSN | 2072-1439 |
Abstract | Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) was first used routinely in the operating rooms in the 1980s to facilitate surgical decision-making. Since then, TEE has evolved from the standard two-dimensional (2D) exam to include focused real-time three-dimensional (RT-3D) imaging both inside and outside the operating rooms. Improved spatial and temporal resolution due to technological advances has expedited surgical interventions in diseased valves. 3D imaging has also emerged as a crucial adjunct in percutaneous interventions for structural heart disease. With continued advancement in software, RT-3D TEE will continue to impact perioperative decisions. |
DOI | 10.21037/jtd.2017.03.123 |
Alternate Journal | J Thorac Dis |
PubMed ID | 28540070 |
PubMed Central ID | PMC5422673 |