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18. TEE and Medical Malpractice for Physicians, Attorneys, and Patients
Episode 18 of TEE Time explores the medicolegal aspects of Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) for physicians, attorneys, and patients. The discussion covers benefits, risks, contraindications, and the legal standards of care, including informed consent and malpractice considerations. Case statistics from anesthesiology and cardiology highlight common litigation drivers such as misdiagnosis and technical errors. The episode concludes with best practices to minimize risk, offering essential insights for both clinicians and legal professionals.
00:00 Introduction to TEE and Medical Malpractice
01:43 Understanding Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)
03:35 Informed Consent for TEE Procedures
06:12 Medical Malpractice overview and TEE
10:30 Reducing Risks
12:49: When TEE leads to litigation
14:37 Conclusion and Key Takeaways
#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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By Dr. Andreas PlackisEpisode 18 of TEE Time explores the medicolegal aspects of Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) for physicians, attorneys, and patients. The discussion covers benefits, risks, contraindications, and the legal standards of care, including informed consent and malpractice considerations. Case statistics from anesthesiology and cardiology highlight common litigation drivers such as misdiagnosis and technical errors. The episode concludes with best practices to minimize risk, offering essential insights for both clinicians and legal professionals.
00:00 Introduction to TEE and Medical Malpractice
01:43 Understanding Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)
03:35 Informed Consent for TEE Procedures
06:12 Medical Malpractice overview and TEE
10:30 Reducing Risks
12:49: When TEE leads to litigation
14:37 Conclusion and Key Takeaways
#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.