Transesophageal echocardiography (known more commonly as TEE or TOE) is routinely used for perioperative and postoperative monitoring of cardiac surgical patients. This book/CD-ROM for anesthetists and cardiac surgeons covers principles and techniques of diagnosis and monitoring. The role of TOE in cardiac surgery is discussed, and echocardiographic findings for a range of conditions are presented. The CD-ROM contains short video loops and annotated still frames. Sidebotham is an anesthetist at Green Lane Hospital, New Zealand. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Transesophageal Echocardiography is routinely used for perioperative and postoperative monitoring of cardiac patients. This book is a practical guide for the anaesthetist or intensivist, covering the principles and techniques of diagnosis and monitoring.
- A practical guide to the use of TEE in cardiac surgery covering the fundamental scientific principles and clinical applications
- Line drawings are used to simplify the concepts and illustrate key points, with handy hints highlighted in text boxes
- The enclosed CD ROM contains moving echo images in colour showing various abnormalities as seen with TEE
- Powerpoint slides of key points are also included on the CD ROM for those preparing to sit the ASCA/SCA exam
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