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Which is more invasive TTE or TEE?

Which is more invasive TTE or TEE?

Transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) are by far the more common of the two. This type of echocardiogram is noninvasive. Here’s how it works: A sonographer performs the test, and your cardiologist at Phoenix Heart Center interprets the results.

What are the disadvantages of echocardiogram?

Risks of Echocardiogram

  • Intracardiac testing carries the same low risk for bleeding, heart attack, and stroke as an angiogram performed during cardiac catheterization.
  • A transesophageal echocardiogram can include a bad reaction to the sedative and cause a sore throat or (rarely) a minor throat injury.

Does a transesophageal echocardiogram hurt?

Many people find TEE to be uncomfortable, but not actually painful. The staff at the echocardiography lab will take several steps to make you as comfortable as possible during the procedure. Your throat will be numbed with an anesthetic spray, gel,or gargling solution.

How long does a tee procedure last?

How long does the test take? The test will take about 90 minutes. Afterwards, you may need more tests.

What can a tee diagnose?

Doctors may use TEE to help diagnose:

  • Coronary heart disease.
  • Congenital (kon-JEN-ih-tal) heart disease.
  • Heart attack.
  • Aortic aneurysm (AN-u-rism)
  • Endocarditis (EN-do-kar-DI-tis)
  • Cardiomyopathy (KAR-de-o-mi-OP-ah-thee)
  • Heart valve disease.

Can an echocardiogram detect blood clots?

Echocardiography (echo). This test uses sound waves to create a moving picture of your heart. Doctors use echo to check heart function and detect blood clots inside the heart.

What does a TTE show?

A TTE is a procedure used to check for problems with your heart. It will also show any problems in the blood vessels near your heart. Sound waves are sent through a handheld device placed on your chest. The sound waves show the structure and function of your heart through pictures on a monitor.

What does blue mean on an echocardiogram?

Traditionally, flow towards the transducer is red, flow away from the transducer is blue, and higher velocities are shown in lighter shades. To aid observation of turbulent flow there is a threshold velocity, above which the color changes (in some systems to green).

What happens after a transesophageal echocardiogram?

After having transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), your or your child’s blood pressure, blood oxygen level, and other vital signs will continue to be closely watched. You can likely go home a few hours after having the test. After the TEE, you may have a sore throat for a few hours.

What are the risks of an echocardiogram?

Possible risks associated with a transesophageal echocardiogram include: Breathing problems. Heart rhythm problems. Infection. Bleeding. Injury to the mouth, throat or esophagus.

How does a transesophageal echocardiogram procedure work?

A transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) uses echocardiography to assess the structure and function of the heart. During the procedure, a transducer (like a microphone) sends out ultrasonic sound waves.

How is a transesophageal echocardiography performed?

Transesophageal Echocardiogram Procedure The cardiologist may insert the probe in a patient who is either awake or under anesthesia. The airway is anesthetized by the topical anesthetic spray. The patient is placed on the left lateral side. The probe has to be well lubricated so that it passes through the mouth and throat smoothly without causing any damage.

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Ruth Doyle