Structural and Electrical Integrity of Transesophageal Echocardiography Probes: Importance and Key Concepts.
Publication/Presentation Date
7-1-2023
Abstract
The clinical utility of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) is well-established for patients undergoing cardiac surgery. With the increase in percutaneous structural heart disease procedures that rely on TEE for procedural guidance, the use of TEE probes is expanding. Although there are well-established protocols for routine cleaning and decontaminating TEE probes between patient use, there is a lack of awareness and misconceptions about maintaining TEE probes' structural and electrical integrity. The electrical leakage test (ELT) is routinely performed between patient use. From a patient safety standpoint, the ELT is necessary to ensure the longevity of this expensive equipment and prevent disruptions to the workflow in a busy department caused by TEE probes being decommissioned due to probe damage. This technical communication aims to highlight the importance of maintaining TEE probes' structural and electrical integrity. The article also highlights and discusses probe handling techniques between patient use, emphasizing the ELT to ensure patient safety and compliance with national and international standards.
Volume
37
Issue
7
First Page
1088
Last Page
1094
ISSN
1532-8422
Published In/Presented At
Rehman, T. A., Khan, A. A., Yunus, R. A., Bu, Y., Sohail, A., Matyal, R., Mahmood, F., & Sharkey, A. (2023). Structural and Electrical Integrity of Transesophageal Echocardiography Probes: Importance and Key Concepts. Journal of cardiothoracic and vascular anesthesia, 37(7), 1088–1094. https://doi.org/10.1053/j.jvca.2023.03.015
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
37062664
Department(s)
Fellows and Residents
Document Type
Article