“…However some operators perform the intervention only with fluoroscopy without echocardiographic guidance. 16 Our study results indicate that, TTE is a safe and effective method to guide transcatheter closure of PFO in selected patients with good image quality.…”
Our study confirms the efficacy and safety of TTE guidance during percutaneous closure of PFO, which shortens the procedural time and obviates the need for general anesthesia or endotracheal intubation.
“…However some operators perform the intervention only with fluoroscopy without echocardiographic guidance. 16 Our study results indicate that, TTE is a safe and effective method to guide transcatheter closure of PFO in selected patients with good image quality.…”
Our study confirms the efficacy and safety of TTE guidance during percutaneous closure of PFO, which shortens the procedural time and obviates the need for general anesthesia or endotracheal intubation.
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