Publications by authors named "Elie Bassil"
Article Synopsis
- Stress echocardiography (SEC) has been around for over 35 years but is underutilized due to various obstacles like operator skills, lack of awareness, and institutional policies.
- It was initially focused on diagnosing coronary artery disease (CAD) but now also assesses conditions like valvular heart disease; dobutamine is often used as a pharmaceutical agent during testing.
- The importance of following specific protocols, indications, and contraindications during SEC is emphasized to minimize risks, and the article aims to raise awareness about this valuable diagnostic technique.
