Transesophageal Echocardiographic Detection of Malignant Lymphoma.
Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) is an excellent method for visualizing pathology of the mediastinum. We present a case in which TEE detected an unsuspected lymphoma posterior to the descending thoracic aorta in a man suspected of having endocarditis. This case illustrates the advantages of TEE over transthoracic echocardiography in examining the mediastinum and the importance of performing a complete TEE examination.
Hansen
Todd H.
TH
Indiana University School of Medicine, The Krannert Institute of Cardiology, 1111 West 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202-4800.
Tarver
Robert D.
RD
Segar
Douglas S.
DS