Key result
Rotatable multiplanar TEE is feasible and increases diagnostic yield for mitral and aortic pathology.
Why the study?
The prototype of a transoesophageal echocardiographic transducer with a rotatable cross-sectional scanning plane underwent initial evaluation to assess its diagnostic potential.
Does a multiplane transoesophageal echo-transducer provide feasible and improved diagnostic imaging in patients undergoing transoesophageal echocardiography?
Observational (n=103)
Does a multiplane transoesophageal echo-transducer provide feasible and improved diagnostic imaging in patients undergoing transoesophageal echocardiography?
Multiplanar transoesophageal imaging is feasible and enhances diagnostic yield, particularly for mitral and aortic pathology and left ventricular wall motion assessment.
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Supports feasibility in this series without complications; leaves open whether multiplanar TOE improves outcomes or warrants routine adoption.
Flachskampf et al. (1992) reported an observational. Multiplane transoesophageal echo-transducer was evaluated on Feasibility and diagnostic potential. Multiplanar transoesophageal imaging using a rotatable transducer was feasible in 103 patients without complications and increased diagnostic yield for mitral and aortic pathology.
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