Transesophageal Echocardiographic Identification of Normal and Stenosed Posterior Intercostal Arteries

Ravi, Barugur S.; Nanda, Navin C.; Htay, Thein Thein; Dod, Harvinder S.; Agrawal, Gopal

doi:10.1046/j.1540-8175.2003.t01-1-03051.x

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“…Ravi et al previously reported a study on the ICA using transesophageal echocardiography. 3 In addition, there are few reports about evaluation of the ICA by sonography. Initially, the clinical significance on the measurement of the blood flow of the ICA is not appreciated.…”

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Examination of Intercostal Arteries with Transthoracic Doppler Sonography

Koyanagi¹,

Kawaharada²,

Kurimoto³

et al. 2010

Echocardiography

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“…Ravi et al previously reported a study on the ICA using transesophageal echocardiography 3 . In addition, there are few reports about evaluation of the ICA by sonography.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Examination of Intercostal Arteries with Transthoracic Doppler Sonography

Koyanagi¹,

Kawaharada²,

Kurimoto³

et al. 2010

Echocardiography

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“…Starting from the UE aortic arch LAX view (0-10°), the left subclavian artery can be viewed by withdrawing the probe while counterclockwise turning, with a slight upward flexion. By retracting the probe further and turning the probe slightly counterclockwise, it is possible to image the subclavian artery in LAX, along with the origins of the vertebral artery and the left internal mammary artery (LIMA) [31,38,40] .…”

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Transesophageal echocardiography during surgery of the thoracic aorta in adults

Alberts,

Eberl,

Hermanns

2023

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Thoracic aortic surgery poses significant challenges due to the complex anatomy and potential for life-threatening complications. Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) has emerged as a crucial imaging tool in the management of patients undergoing these operations. TEE offers real-time, high-resolution imaging of the heart and aorta, enabling accurate assessment of aortic pathology, evaluation of cardiac function, and monitoring of intraoperative hemodynamics. Its semi-invasive nature, immediate availability, and ability to provide dynamic information make TEE an indispensable adjunct during these intricate procedures. One of the primary indications for TEE during thoracic aortic surgery is the assessment of aortic pathology, including aneurysms, dissections, and aortic valve diseases. TEE allows precise visualization of the extent, location, and severity of aortic lesions, facilitating decision-making regarding repair strategies, graft sizing, and intraoperative guidance. Furthermore, TEE aids in identifying associated cardiac abnormalities such as valvular or ventricular dysfunction, which may impact surgical planning and outcomes. This review aims to summarize the current evidence supporting the use of TEE during thoracic aortic surgical interventions and highlight its invaluable contributions to perioperative patient care.

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Factors influencing the diameter of human anterior and posterior intercostal arteries

2014

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At present, there have not been any detailed studies examining the size relationships of the intercostal arteries. This study was carried out to investigate the relationship between the vessel lumenal diameter of ipsilateral, paired anterior and posterior IC arteries, as well as with the length of the IC space supplied by each artery. Samples were collected from the second-sixth anterior and posterior IC arteries near their site of origin, and the lengths of the corresponding IC spaces were measured in 42 cadavers. Lumenal diameters of both the anterior and posterior IC arteries at consecutive IC space closely followed second degree polynomial regression models (R(2) = 0.9655, and R(2) = 0.9741, respectively), and reached maximum size at the fifth IC space, which was found to be the longest of the IC spaces. No direct relationship was observed between diameters of the paired anterior and posterior IC arteries, although there was a trend for the larger anterior IC arteries to be paired with the larger posterior IC arteries. The calculated rate of blood flow at each IC artery was approximately two-fold greater in males than in females. These results suggest that the length of the IC space, and hence the extent of the thoracic wall supplied, is a major factor in determining the diameter of both anterior and posterior IC arteries. Since COPD is such a prevalent disease, this study also examined its influence on the IC arteries, and found that the posterior IC arteries are significantly larger among afflicted subjects.

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Transesophageal Echocardiographic Identification of Normal and Stenosed Posterior Intercostal Arteries

Abstract: We describe our experience in using transesophageal echocardiography to identify both right and left posterior intercostal arteries and assessing them for stenosis.

Cited by 7 publications

References 27 publications

Examination of Intercostal Arteries with Transthoracic Doppler Sonography

Examination of Intercostal Arteries with Transthoracic Doppler Sonography

Transesophageal echocardiography during surgery of the thoracic aorta in adults

Factors influencing the diameter of human anterior and posterior intercostal arteries

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