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TEE
Also written as: TEE — Transesophageal Echocardiography
Transesophageal echocardiography; real-time cardiac imaging during surgery.
Full Definition
Transesophageal echocardiography is an advanced intraoperative monitoring technique where an ultrasound probe is positioned in the esophagus to provide real-time cardiac imaging. This allows continuous assessment of cardiac function, valve performance, and blood flow during cardiothoracic procedures. TEE is considered the gold standard for cardiac monitoring in complex cardiac surgeries.
Usage
Usage note: Always capitalize when referring to the acronym; lowercase when spelled out as 'transesophageal echocardiography'
In Context
- "The anesthesiologist used TEE to monitor left ventricular function throughout the valve replacement procedure." — Surgical report
Also known as
transesophageal echo
Don't confuse with
TTE (transthoracic echocardiography)