High-Quality Transesophageal Echocardiography

High-Quality Transesophageal Echocardiography presents a step-by-step approach aimed to help readers understand how to perform a high-quality transesophageal echocardiogram. The book explains the steps, tips, tricks, and troubleshooting tactics for performing a transesophageal echocardiogram effectively and with highest diagnostic utility, while ensuring patient safety and comfort. High-Quality Transesophageal Echocardiography is suitable for a wide audience from early learners of the technique who want to accelerate their progress and boost their confidence to those already qualified in the procedure who want to pick up tips to increase the quality and effectiveness of their practice. - Divides the procedures into easy-to-read sections, allowing readers to quickly refer to a specific section on the go - Features colored illustrations to help with understanding, as well as animations and videos in the e-book version - Provides detailed explanations for all parts of the procedure, including tips for imaging specific structures.

David Linker is an associate professor of medicine and bioengineering at the University of Washington and the director of the inpatient cardiology consultation service at University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle, Washington, USA. In addition to his 40 years of experience in general cardiology and 30 years of performing transesophageal echocardiography, he is an expert in congenital heart disease and echocardiography. His current research focuses on teaching of procedural skills and new methods for costeffective diagnosis of asymptomatic atrial fibrillation to prevent stroke. He was the engineering project leader for one of the world's first intravascular ultrasound systems. In addition, Dr. Linker participated in the creation of the Seattle Heart Failure Model, a practical tool to help physicians and patients understand the potential benefits of therapies. He is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiology, and pediatrics and is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology, the American Society of Echocardiography, and the European Society of Cardiology.