TEE - Image Anatomy & Procedure

The Coronary Sinus is located next to the posterior mitral valve (MV) leaflet. This means that it is positioned towards the back of the MV leaflet.

Cidex is the correct answer because it is a solution commonly used to clean and disinfect medical instruments, including probes, after use. It is an effective disinfectant that kills a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Cidex is often used in healthcare settings to ensure proper hygiene and prevent the spread of infections.

ROP patients MUST have a ride home. This is not a laughing matter. :)

To reduce the risk of vomiting during a TEE (Transesophageal Echocardiogram) exam, the patient must refrain from eating or drinking for a certain number of hours before the procedure. This is known as NPO (Nil Per Os) or fasting. Additionally, the patient must fast for a period of 4 hours prior to the exam. By abstaining from food and drink, the stomach is empty, reducing the likelihood of regurgitation or aspiration during the procedure.

The left coronary artery feeds the left cusp of the aortic valve.

The probe must not be in the cleaning solution for longer than 20 minutes because it is an acid. This suggests that the cleaning solution is acidic in nature and prolonged exposure to the probe can cause damage or corrosion. Therefore, it is important to limit the time the probe spends in the cleaning solution to prevent any potential harm.

The three areas of common thrombus/emboli detection are the apex, appendages, and intra-atrial septum. Thrombus or emboli can often be found in these areas during medical examinations or imaging tests.

The non coronary cusp of the AV (aortic valve) is always on the side of the Intra-atrial septum.

The correct answer is anterior leaflet. The statement implies that the anterior leaflet of the mitral valve is always located on the side of the non-coronary cusp of the aortic valve. This information helps in understanding the anatomical positioning and relationship between these two valves in the heart.

Radiation therapy is not an absolute contraindication for performing a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE). TEE is a procedure that involves inserting a probe into the esophagus to obtain detailed images of the heart. While conditions such as inability to swallow, esophageal varices, tumors, and stenosis, and gastrointestinal bleeding may hinder the safe performance of TEE, radiation therapy does not directly interfere with the procedure. However, it is important to consider the potential risks and benefits of TEE in patients who have undergone radiation therapy, as there may be increased sensitivity or damage to the esophagus due to the treatment.

The Eustachian valve is seen in the ME Bicaval view with the IVC being on the left side of it. This means that when the ME Bicaval view is obtained, the inferior vena cava (IVC) is visualized to the left of the Eustachian valve. The Eustachian valve is a fold of tissue within the right atrium of the heart, and its position in relation to the IVC can be identified using this specific view.

The correct order of AV cusps in the ME AV SAX view is non, left, right.

The LA appendages are seen in the ME 2 Chamber and TG 2 Chamber views.

The RA appendage is seen in the ME Bicaval view. This view is obtained by placing the ultrasound probe at the subxiphoid position and angling it towards the patient's right shoulder. In this view, both the superior and inferior vena cava can be visualized, along with the right atrium and the RA appendage.

The LAA (Left Atrial Appendage) is located on the same side as the anterior MV (Mitral Valve) leaflet and the anterior wall of the myocardium.

The Coronary Sinus shows up on the lateral and inferior myocardial walls in both the ME 2 Chamber and ME 4 Chamber views.

The TG Mid SAX view is a cardiac imaging technique that allows visualization of the posterior medial papillary muscle. This muscle is located at the top portion of the heart, which is why it is shown to be on the top in the TG Mid SAX view.