Transesophageal echocardiography in adults — guidelines of the Working Group on Echocardiography of the Polish Cardiac Society

Abstract

This document presents current Polish guidelines on the clinical use of transesophageal echocardiography, including guidance of percutaneous procedures and intraoperative echocardiography, in adult patients. The authors present recommendations regarding indications and contraindications, staff and equipment requirements, patient preparation and information, examination protocol, reporting and reimbursement.