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. 2011 Dec;1(1):11–36. doi: 10.3978/j.issn.2223-3652.2011.09.02

Table 3. The Role of TEE Guidance in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI).

1. Assessment of aortic annular diameter with 2D and 3D
2. Determine LV and RV systolic function; identifying other associated valve disease or cardiac abnormalities
3. Guide and confirm coaxial alignment of the delivery catheter within LVOT and aortic root
4. Identify the ventricular and aortic ends of the prosthesis prior to deployment of valve to aligne with the aortic valve cusps
5. Optimize bio-prosthetic valve position before deployment
6. Assess severity of aortic regurgitation post valve deployment
7. Assess the complications including LV dysfunction, coronary obstruction, valve embolization, pericardial tamponade, or aortic annular rupture