Certainly! Here are some key points about the Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE) procedure:

- Preparation:
- You won't be able to eat or drink for at least six hours before the TEE.
- You'll be given medications to help you relax, so you'll need someone to drive you home afterward.

- Procedure
- When you arrive, Show Full Answer

Certainly! Here are some key points about the Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE) procedure:

- Preparation:
- You won't be able to eat or drink for at least six hours before the TEE.
- You'll be given medications to help you relax, so you'll need someone to drive you home afterward.

- Procedure:
- When you arrive, you'll likely put on a hospital gown, and patches for an ECG will be placed on your chest.
- An IV line will be placed in your arm to administer sedation.
- You might be given a numbing spray or a solution to gargle.
- Once you're comfortable, the TEE probe will be placed down your throat to take detailed images of your heart.

- Duration:
- The procedure typically takes up to 20 minutes.

- Post-Procedure:
- Your cardiologist or healthcare team will follow up with you on the findings and discuss the next steps and a treatment plan if necessary.

Good luck with your procedure in November!

 This AI-generated response comes from MyHeartDiseaseTeam and other selected sources. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

Echocardiogram for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: Pictures, Uses, and More | MyHeartDiseaseTeam

Diagnosing Aortic Stenosis: ECG, Echocardiogram, and More | MyHeartDiseaseTeam