Warning and Recommendations from the Department of Cardiovascular Imaging Regarding Transesophageal Echocardiography in Patients Using GLP-1 Analogs
Transesophageal echocardiography is a fundamental diagnostic method for evaluating complex heart diseases. It provides essential data for therapeutic definition and, in some cases, assists in evaluation of percutaneous or surgical interventions.
Transesophageal echocardiography exams are performed on outpatients or inpatients, who might be in wards, intensive care units, or even in surgery, with heterogeneous scenarios that need to be individually assessed, not only regarding the exam routine, but also always following precise clinical indications, weighing the risks and benefits for the patient.
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