TRANSESOPHAGEAL ECHOCARDIOGRAM
Transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) is a test that produces pictures of your heart. TEE uses high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to make detailed pictures of your heart and the arteries that lead to and from it. A TEE is a diagnostic exam. This means that it’s done to help your healthcare provider find a diagnosis (the cause of your illness) and decide on the best treatment plan.
Why TEE test is performed? The test is used to:
1. Check how well your heart’s valves and chambers are working 2. Look for problems, such as valve disease, myocardial disease, pericardial disease, infective endocarditis, cardiac masses, and congenital heart disease 3. See how well your heart valves are working after surgery 4. Check for abnormalities in the top left chamber of your heart (left atrium)
What is the procedure of this transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE)? When it’s time for your procedure, you’ll go into the procedure room and be helped onto an exam table. You’ll be asked to remove your dentures or false
teeth if you have them. Your healthcare provider will set up equipment to monitor your heart, breathing, and blood pressure. You’ll get oxygen through a thin tube that rests below your nose. You’ll also get a mouth guard placed over your teeth to protect them. Dr. Kartik Bhosale may also numb your throat with a spray. Once you’re asleep, he will insert the probe into your mouth and pass it slowly down your esophagus. They’ll move it around slightly to take pictures of your heart and blood flow. This takes about 15 minutes.
How to prepare for a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) test? You will be asked not to eat or drink for 4 to 6 hours before your exam and to take any prescribed medications with only a sip of water. You should also arrange to have someone drive you home after the exam in case you are feeling drowsy.
What is the transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) test cost in Pune? The average cost of a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) test ranges between INR 3000 and INR 4500. Also, The test cost depends on factors such as the type of echocardiogram is performed, the Location where you get your test, and the expertise of a cardiologist.
How to book an appointment? Dr. Kartik Bhosale provides the best treatment for various heart diseases in Pimpri-Chinchwad
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