Iatrogenic Atrial Septal Defect After MitraClip Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair: To Close or Not to Close?
Mariem Abdelsalam,
Raghad Younus,
Lamis F. Abdalla
et al.
Abstract:The evolution of percutaneous procedures that use transseptal puncture to treat left-sided structural heart disease has led to the emergence of iatrogenic atrial septal defects as a potential complication. These defects can result in hemodynamic decompensation and worsening clinical outcomes. Some iatrogenic atrial septal defects require immediate closure, others do not. This case report presents 2 patients who underwent transcatheter edge-to-edge mitral valve repair with transseptal puncture and required iatr… Show more
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