Following the success of his Board Stiff and Board Stiff Too review books for the oral boards in anesthesiology, Dr. Gallagher strikes again with Board Stiff TEE: Transesophageal Echocardiography. Humorous, yet pragmatic, this new book reviews all of the knowledge covered in the new competence examination in perioperative transesophageal echocardiography (PTEeXAM). Schematic drawings make complex concepts easier to understand, and a valuable appendix tackles quantitative problems associated with TEE. The result is a highly effective, enjoyable, and affordable review tool on this increasingly important monitoring modality.

• Provides a detailed review of all of the PTEeXAM topics listed by the National Board of Echocardiography.
• Features a humorous, engaging style very different from other TEE resources.
• Offers 150 schematic drawings that clarify difficult concepts and problems.
• Includes an appendix that provides detailed problem-solving guidance on quantitative aspects of TEE,such as gradients, valve areas, and chamber pressures.
• Presents recommendations on other helpful books, meetings, and study material on TEE.

Introduction: The Anti-Crash

Chapter 1: The Yellow Brick Road

Chapter 2: To the End and Stop

 Principles of Ultrasound

 Transducers

 Equipment, Infection Control, and Safety

 Imaging

 Principles of Doppler Ultrasound

 Quantitative M-Mode and Two-Dimensional Echocardiography

 Quantitative Doppler

 Doppler Profiles and Assessment of Diastolic Function

 Cardiac Anatomy

 Pericardium and Extracardiac Structures:
Anatomy and Pathology

 Pathology of the Cardiac Valves

 Intracardiac Masses and Devices

 Global Ventricular Systolic Function

 Segmental Left Ventricular Systolic Function

 Assessment of Perioperative Events and Problems

 Congenital Heart Disease

 Artifacts and Pitfalls

 Related Diagnostic Modalities

Chapter 3: Hemodynamodoc

Epilogue

By Christopher J. Gallagher, MD, Staff Anesthesiologist, Florida Gulf to Bay Anesthesiology, Tampa General Hospital, Tampa, FL