Cardiologist Faq

TEE (trans-esophageal echocardiogram) is very valuable when it comes to looking for clots in the heart, looking at the valves of the heart to make sure that they are not infected and don't have a condition called endocarditis. Looking for leaking heart valves or heart valves that don't open properly and that are stopped up. / Diet is extremely important, and includes weight loss, restriction of animal fats, consumption of sufficient amounts of fiber and restriction of amounts of refined carbohydrates.