Table 1 Risk factors associated with TEE-related complications

Increased age [3, 5]

Low body mass index [5]

Previous CVA or TIA [3, 5]

Any previously reported abnormality of the esophagus [3]

Use of chronic immunosuppressive medication [3]

Previous GI bleeding [3]

Procedure other than CABG [5]

Longer CPB time [5]

Return to OR for any reason [5]

Higher ACT during surgery [3]

Duration of intubation [3]

Longer TEE imaging time [3]