| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10961882 | Journal of Veterinary Cardiology | 2015 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Transesophageal echocardiography may be considered an effective tool to diagnose CA abnormalities, in particular when TTE is inconclusive. Transesophageal echocardiography offers detailed and easily reproducible views of coronary ostia, and the spatial relationship between the right common CA and the great arteries. Although it is not possible to define the course of the more distal coronary branches, TEE has proven reliable in recognizing those elements that can constitute a risk for the execution of a balloon valvuloplasty (BV). Therefore, TEE can be used to confirm this type of CA anomaly and prevent a BV, which is contraindicated in these cases. In addition, TEE avoids any further vascular access, radiation exposure, and contrast medium injection.
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Authors
Iolanda DVM, Danitza DVM, PhD, Claudio Maria DVM, MD, PhD,