What is Transesophageal Echocardiogram?
Category: Procedures
See also: Echocardiogram
Transesophageal echocardiography is a diagnostic procedure that involves placing an ultrasound device into the esophagus. Because the esophagusis so close to the heart, it is the best way to evaluate heart functions.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic assessment | 4 | 1 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Side effects
Side effects as an overall problem
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 0 |
Commonly reported side effects and conditions associated with Transesophageal Echocardiogram
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Grogginess | 1 |
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