What is the role of transesophageal echocardiography in the management of patients with transient ischemic attack or stroke?
Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) is an important tool in the management of patients with transient ischemic attack or stroke. Studies have shown that TEE is superior to transthoracic echocardiography in the management of patients of any age with transient ischemic attack or stroke. Studies have also shown that the use of TEE can lead to improved therapeutic strategies after examination. TEE has been found to be particularly beneficial in the detection of atrial thrombi, which can be a cause of ischemic stroke, and in the identification of atrial fibrillation, which is a major risk factor for stroke. In addition, TEE can also be used to assess the severity of a stroke and to assess the presence of any structural abnormalities that may be related to stroke.  In summary, TEE is an important diagnostic tool for the management of patients with transient ischemic attack or stroke. 