Ebeid M R, Braden D S, Gaymes C H, Heath B, Joransen J A
Department of Pediatrics (Cardiology), University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, Mississippi 39216, USA.
Catheter Cardiovasc Interv. 2000 Oct;51(2):186-91. doi: 10.1002/1522-726x(200010)51:2<186::aid-ccd11>3.0.co;2-x.
Percutaneous closure of secundum atrial septal defects (ASDs) has been shown to be safe and effective. However, its role after surgery in patients with cyanotic congenital heart disease who may have associated cor triatriatum dexter and a dilated right atrium has not been established. This article reports on successful closure in such patients, including precautions and results.
