In Episode 15 of TEE Time, the focus is on Rescue TEE—a problem-focused, emergent, and high-yield TEE exam used to diagnose and guide interventions in patients experiencing hypotension, hypoxemia, or cardiac arrest. This first part of a three-part series introduces the concept, key terms, and imaging protocols of Rescue TEE, alongside its perioperative considerations, indications, and contraindications. The episode highlights the detailed steps of performing a Rescue TEE exam and its crucial role in improving patient care in high-risk hospital settings. Receive your free TEE Time Rescue TEE protocol document: 1) Leave a Review (Apple/Spotify) or Like (Youtube). 2) Comment with an included Email, 3) We will send you the Protocol! 00:00 Introduction to Rescue TEE 00:46 Overview of Rescue TEE 02:10 Definition and Importance of Rescue TEE 03:49 Clinical Applications and Settings 06:21 Contraindications and Considerations 07:39 Rescue TEE vs TTE 09:01 Performing a Rescue TEE Exam 09:34 Understanding Shock Physiology 11:05 Detailed Rescue TEE Protocol 12:13 Step-by-Step Rescue TEE Evaluation 20:22 Finalizing the Rescue TEE Exam 22:46 Conclusion and Next Steps #TEE #Echocardiography #Anesthesia #Cardiology #CriticalCare #EmergencyMedicine #Sonographer #CardiacSurgery #FOAMed #POCUS #Ultrasound #Anesthesiology #Perioperative #CardiacAnesthesia #AnesthesiaPodcast #Anesthesiology #Echo #Surgery #AdvancedTEE #PerioperativeTEE #TTE #Sonography #TEETime #TransesophagealEchocardiography #BasicPTE #AdvancedPTE #PTEeXAM #ICU DISCLAIMER: This podcast provides recommendations intended for educational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for making medical decisions. The information reflects expert opinions rather than scientifically-verified data, and no express or implied warranties are made regarding its accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose. Listeners are encouraged to verify all information independently and consult additional reliable sources. Neither the authors, publishers, nor any parties involved assume responsibility for any errors, omissions, or outcomes resulting from the use of this material. All non-original material featured in this podcast is either used with explicit permission from the copyright owner or is believed to fall under the Fair Use provisions of U.S. copyright law for purposes such as education, commentary, and criticism. If you believe any material has been used improperly, please contact the author directly so the matter can be promptly reviewed and addressed.

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