The Pivotal Role of Three-Dimensional Transesophageal Echocardiography in Non-Coronary Intervention Procedures

Authors

  • Ioannis Felekos Hippokratio University Hospital, Athens
  • Emmanuel Poulidakis Hippokratio University Hospital, Athens
  • Constantina Aggeli Hippokratio University Hospital, Athens

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2015/hc.v7i1%20Sup.499

Keywords:

echocardiography, three-dimensional echo, non-coronary percutaneous interventions, transcutaneous aortic valve implantation, percutaneous mitral valve repair, atrial septal defect closure

Abstract

The recent availability of real-time 3-dimensional (3D) transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) can drive forward the diagnostic capability of ultrasound imaging. Real time 3D TEE has evolved into the imaging modality of choice when it comes to percutaneous interventions, as in many cases it serves as the ‘eyes of the operator’ to evaluate, guide, and assess the results of the procedures in the catheterization laboratory. Moreover, it has been shown to provide additional insight into the anatomical, morphological and hemodynamic status. Up to date, real time 3D TEE has been integrated into the following percutaneous non-coronary procedures: closure of atrial or ventricular defects, aortic valve replacement, paravalvular leak occlusion, mitral valve repair with clips, and more recently left atrial appendage occlusion with use of closure devices. Further technological advancements will lead to more accurate and wider use of this imaging technique.

Author Biography

Ioannis Felekos, Hippokratio University Hospital, Athens

Specialty: Cardiology

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Published

2012-04-11

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 1 Sup (2012)

Section

ATHENS CARDIOLOGY UPDATE 2012

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