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Yucel IK, Epcacan S, Bulut MO, Demir IH, Surucu M, Yilmaz EH, Kardas M, Kanlioglu P, Celebi A. A Challenging Interventional Procedure: Transcatheter Closure of Tubular Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Patients with Pulmonary Hypertension. Pediatr Cardiol 2023:10.1007/s00246-023-03240-8. [PMID: 37474608 DOI: 10.1007/s00246-023-03240-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2023] [Indexed: 07/22/2023]
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Transcatheter closure of the tubular ducts remains the most challenging procedure, with higher complication rates than other types. This study evaluates the characteristics of transcatheter closure of tubular ducts with pulmonary hypertension. 73 patients with tubular ducts who underwent cardiac catheterization for transcatheter PDA closure were analyzed. The mean age and weight were 1.93 ± 2.68 years and 8.83 ± 6.14 kg, respectively. Transcatheter closure was attempted in 72 patients. Four cases (5.5%) were referred to surgery, while the procedure was completed in the remaining (94.5%). Amplatzer duct occluder (ADO) I or Cardiofix duct occluder (CDO) was the most commonly used devices. However, the use of Amplatzer vascular plug (AVP) II raised in recent years. The most common concern was aortic protrusion/stenosis in ADO I/CDO devices, but most regressed during follow-up. Iatrogenic coarctation of the aorta was observed in two with ADO I/CDO. Embolization of the device to the pulmonary artery was observed in three with CDO, AVP II, and AVP I. Significant left pulmonary artery stenosis requiring stenting developed in one after closure with an MVSDO device. Tubular ducts are highly associated with pulmonary arterial hypertension, and transcatheter closure of them is still challenging despite the developing device armamentarium. Although ADO I or similar devices are widely used, off-label devices are usually needed at increasing rates. The AVP II device is unsuitable for short tubular ducts but seems the best option for long ones.
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- Ilker Kemal Yucel
- Department of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Health Sciences Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Health Sciences Van Training and Research Hospital, Van, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Health Sciences Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Health Sciences Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Health Sciences Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Health Sciences Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Health Sciences Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Health Sciences Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiology, University of Health Sciences Dr. Siyami Ersek Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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An Up-to-Date Narrative Review on Congenital Heart Disease Percutaneous Treatment in Children Using Contemporary Devices. Diagnostics (Basel) 2022; 12:diagnostics12051189. [PMID: 35626343 PMCID: PMC9139868 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics12051189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2022] [Revised: 05/05/2022] [Accepted: 05/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background: Congenital heart pathology has a significant burden regarding morbidity and mortality in the pediatric population. Several transcatheter interventions and devices have been designed as an alternative to surgical repair. Percutaneous interventions have been proven to yield good results in most cases but with less stress and trauma than that attributed to surgical treatment, especially in frail pediatric patients. We aimed to review the literature and to investigate the feasibility and efficacy of transcatheter interventions and implantable devices for congenital heart disease management in children. Methods: We performed a search in Scopus and MEDLINE databases using prespecified keywords to retrieve clinical studies published between 2000 and 2021. Results: This article provides an up-to-date review regarding the applicability of interventional techniques in simple inter-atrial or inter-ventricular defects, and in challenging congenital defects, such as hypoplastic left heart syndrome, tetralogy of Fallot, or coronary artery fistula. Furthermore, we reviewed recent indications for defibrillator and cardiac resynchronization therapy, and new and promising devices currently being tested. Conclusion: Transcatheter treatment represents a feasible and efficient alternative to surgical repair of congenital heart defects. Novel devices could extend the indications and possibilities of percutaneous interventions in pediatric patients with congenital heart diseases.
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El-Saiedi SA, Zoair AM, Agha HM, El-Shedoudy S, Fattouh AM, Abu-Farag IM, Shapana AH, El-Sisi AM, Hanna BM. Tubular PDA versus other PDA types: Challenging device choice for transcatheter closure. PROGRESS IN PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ppedcard.2021.101434] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Gribaa R, Ouannes S, Tangour H, Ben Farhat S, Thabet H, Slim M, Elheraiche A, Neffati E. Trans-Catheter Closure of Patent Ductus Arteriosus, which device should we use? LA TUNISIE MEDICALE 2021; 99:1085-1092. [PMID: 35288912 PMCID: PMC9390122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Despite the operational experience in the percutaneous closure of Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), complications can arise during the procedure. To overcome these complications the choice of the device must be adapted to each patient. AIM To report the experience of the cardiology department in the transcatheter device closure of PDA and to determine the influencing factors of choice of the device. METHODS Our study included patients with patent ductus arteriosus that are admitted for transcatheter closure, between September 2003 and June 2016. RESULT One hundred and fifty-three patients were included in our study. Transcatheter closure was not done in 9 cases. The transcatheter closure was successful in 140 patients. The complications were observed in 11 patients that includes device embolization in 3 cases, aortic protrusion in four cases pulmonary protrusion in three cases and inguinal hematoma in one another. Three predictive factors of complications were: age < 2 years, tubular PDA type C and ratio duct diameter/weight > 0.95. A mild residual shunt was observed at the end of the procedure in 22.85 % of the patients. The risk of residual shunt was significantly increased when the age < 2 years, the large PDA, the presence of pulmonary hypertension and the tubular C PDA. CONCLUSION The choice of the device depends essentially on age, the weight and the duct anatomy.
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- Rym Gribaa
- 1- Service de cardiologie hôpital de Sahloul, Faculté de médecine de Sousse, Université de Sousse
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- 1- Service de cardiologie hôpital de Sahloul, Faculté de médecine de Sousse, Université de Sousse
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- 1- Service de cardiologie hôpital de Sahloul, Faculté de médecine de Sousse, Université de Sousse
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- 1- Service de cardiologie hôpital de Sahloul, Faculté de médecine de Sousse, Université de Sousse
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- 1- Service de cardiologie hôpital de Sahloul, Faculté de médecine de Sousse, Université de Sousse
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- 1- Service de cardiologie hôpital de Sahloul, Faculté de médecine de Sousse, Université de Sousse
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- 1- Service de cardiologie hôpital de Sahloul, Faculté de médecine de Sousse, Université de Sousse
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- 1- Service de cardiologie hôpital de Sahloul, Faculté de médecine de Sousse, Université de Sousse
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Bu H, Yang Y, Wu Q, Jin W, Zhao T. Echocardiography-guided percutaneous closure of perimembranous ventricular septal defects without arterial access and fluoroscopy. BMC Pediatr 2019; 19:302. [PMID: 31472688 PMCID: PMC6717354 DOI: 10.1186/s12887-019-1687-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2019] [Accepted: 08/22/2019] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Background Traditional percutaneous device closure of perimembranous ventricular septal defects (PmVSDs) is a minimally invasive technique, but can result in high radiation exposure and can result in potential arterial complications. Here, we aimed to assess the safety and feasibility of device closure of PmVSDs via the femoral vein approach under transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) guidance in children. Methods From January 2014 to December 2017, a total of 46 PmVSD patients (mean age, 6.5 ± 2.3 years [range, 4.2–12.0 years]; mean body weight 22.1 ± 6.6 kg [range, 16.0–38.5 kg]; VSD diameter, 4.1 ± 0.6 mm [range, 3.2–5.0 mm]) underwent attempted transcatheter closure via the femoral vein approach under the guidance of TEE without fluoroscopy. Results The transcatheter occlusion procedure under TEE guidance was successful in 44 (95.7%) patients. Surgery was necessary in 2 (4.3%) patients. The procedure duration was 28.2 ± 8.7 min (range, 12.0–42.0 min). One patient had immediate post-operative trivial residual shunt and three patients had immediate incomplete right bundle branch block (IRBBB) after operation; the new IRBBB in 1 case was noted in the first postoperative month. No residual shunt was noted at 3 months after the procedure, and no intervention related complications were detected at 1–24 months follow-up. Conclusions Percutaneous device closure of PmVSDs under TEE guidance solely by femoral vein approach is effective and safe, avoids radiation exposure, potential arterial complications and a surgical incision. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12887-019-1687-0) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Haisong Bu
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, 139 Renmin Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, 139 Renmin Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan, China
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- Department of Echocardiography, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, 139 Renmin Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan, China
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- Department of Echocardiography, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, 139 Renmin Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, 139 Renmin Road, Changsha, 410011, Hunan, China.
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El-Saiedi SA, El Sisi AM, Mandour RS, Abdel-Aziz DM, Attia WA. Cost-effectiveness analysis of different devices used for the closure of small-to-medium-sized patent ductus arteriosus in pediatric patients. Ann Pediatr Cardiol 2017; 10:144-151. [PMID: 28566822 PMCID: PMC5431026 DOI: 10.4103/0974-2069.205138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Aims: In this study, we examined the differences in cost and effectiveness of various devices used for the closure of small to medium sized patent ductus arteriosus (PDA). Setting and Design: We retrospectively studied 116 patients who underwent closure of small PDAs between January 2010 and January 2015. Subjects and Methods: Three types of devices were used: the Amplatzer duct occluder (ADO) II, the cook detachable coil and the Nit Occlud coil (NOC). Immediate and late complications were recorded and patients were followed up for 3 months after the procedure. Statistical Methods: All statistical calculations were performed using Statistical Package for the Social Science software. P <0.05 were considered significant. Results: We successfully deployed ADO II devices in 33 out of 35 cases, cook detachable coils in 36 out of 40 cases and NOCs in 38 out of 41 cases. In the remaining nine cases, the first device was unsuitable or embolized and required retrieval and replacement with another device. Eleven patients (9.5%) developed vascular complications and required anticoagulation therapy. Patients who had hemolysis or vascular complications remained longer in the intensive care unit, with consequently higher total cost (P = 0.016). Also, the need for a second device increased the cost per patient. Conclusions: The cook detachable coil is the most cost-effective device for closure of small-to medium-sized PDAs. Calculations of the incremental cost-effectiveness. (ICE) revealed that the Cook detachable coil had less ICE than the ADO II and NOC. The NOC was more effective with fewer complications.
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- Sonia A El-Saiedi
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Cairo University Children's Hospital, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Cairo University Children's Hospital, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Cairo University Children's Hospital, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Cairo University Children's Hospital, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Cairo University Children's Hospital, Cairo, Egypt
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Jin M, Liang YM, Wang XF, Guo BJ, Zheng K, Gu Y, Lyu ZY. A Retrospective Study of 1,526 Cases of Transcatheter Occlusion of Patent Ductus Arteriosus. Chin Med J (Engl) 2015; 128:2284-9. [PMID: 26315073 PMCID: PMC4733798 DOI: 10.4103/0366-6999.163398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background: Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is one of the most common congenital heart diseases and began to get treated by transcatheter occlusion since 1997 in China. Since then, several devices have been invented for occluding PDA. This study aimed to evaluate the technical feasibility, safety, and efficacy of transcatheter occlusion of PDA with different devices. Methods: One thousand five hundred and twenty-six patients (537 boys, 989 girls) with PDA from January 1997 to September 2014 underwent descending aortogram and transcatheter occlusion procedure. We retrospectively analyzed data of these patients, including gender, age, weight, size and morphology of PDA, and devices used in transcatheter occlusion, outcomes, and postoperational complications. Results: Median age and median weight were 4.0 years (range: 0.3–52.0 years old) and 15.3 kg (range: 4.5–91.0 kg), respectively. Mean ductal diameter, aortic ductal diameter, ductal length, and pulmonary artery pressure were 3.50 ± 2.15 mm, 10.08 ± 2.46 mm, 7.49 ± 3.02 mm, and 30.21 ± 17.28 mmHg, respectively. Morphology of PDA assessed by descending aortogram was of type A in 1428 patients, type B in 6 patients, type C in 79 patients, type D in 4 patients, and type E in 9 patients according to the classification of Krichenko. Of all the 1526 patients, 1497 patients underwent transcatheter PDA closure, among which 1492 were successful. Devices used were Amplatzer duct occluder I (ADO I, 1280, 85.8%), Cook detachable coils (116, 7.8%), ADO II (ADO II, 68, 4.6%), muscular VSD occluder (12, 0.8%), and Amplatzer vascular plug (16, 1.0%). Conclusions: Excellent occlusion rates with low complication rates were achieved with all devices regardless of PDA types. With transcatheter occlusion technique and devices developing, more patients with PDA can be treated with transcatheter closure both safely and efficiently.
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- Mei Jin
- Department of Pediatric Cardiology, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100029, China
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Masri S, El Rassi I, Arabi M, Tabbakh A, Bitar F. Percutaneous closure of patent ductus arteriosus in children using amplatzer duct occluder II: relationship between PDA type and risk of device protrusion into the descending aorta. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv 2015; 86:E66-72. [PMID: 26032159 DOI: 10.1002/ccd.25940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2014] [Revised: 03/02/2015] [Accepted: 03/14/2015] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To compare the efficacy and safety of Amplatzer Duct Occluder II (ADOII) among the various patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) types, and to assess the association between development of aortic obstruction and the PDA type in terms of measurable parameters as the device angulation and distance of upper end protrusion into the aortic lumen. METHODS Retrospective cohort study involving 50 consecutive subjects who underwent ADO II device closure of PDA. RESULTS The median age and weight at intervention were 13 months (5.5 months to 18 years) and 11 (6-67) kg respectively. The median smallest ductal diameter by angiography was 3.2 (1.9-5.4) mm. Thirty two patients had type A PDA, 5 had type C, 5 had type D, and 8 had type E. Residual shunt was seen in only 1 patient who had a tubular PDA and resolved within 2 months of the procedure. No device embolization or pulmonary side protrusion were noted. There was a 16% aortic protrusion rate. The median distance of protrusion of the upper end of the device into the aortic lumen was 3.1 (0-9) mm and the median angle formed between the aortic end of the device and the PDA take-off was 10.4 (0-80.6) degrees. These latter parameters of aortic obstruction were significantly higher in the non-conical PDA group as compared to the conical PDA. Nevertheless, there was no significant coarctation due to aortic retention disc protrusion. CONCLUSION Device closure of PDA using the ADO II is a safe procedure for chosen types of PDA. We demonstrated a novel technique for objective assessment of device protrusion into the descending aorta based on measurable parameters. ADOII device closure of non-conical PDAs warrants closer follow ups.
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- Samer Masri
- Children's Heart Center, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, American University of Beirut-Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Division of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Surgery, American University of Beirut-Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Children's Heart Center, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, American University of Beirut-Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Children's Heart Center, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, American University of Beirut-Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Children's Heart Center, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, American University of Beirut-Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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Chen W, Yan X, Huang Y, Sun X, Zhong L, Li J, Chen H, Zhong H, Chen L. Transthoracic echocardiography as an alternative major guidance to angiography during transcatheter closure of patent ductus arteriosus: technical feasibility and clinical relevance. Pediatr Cardiol 2015; 36:14-9. [PMID: 25070385 DOI: 10.1007/s00246-014-0956-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2013] [Accepted: 06/17/2014] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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The conventional transcatheter closure of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) requires femoral artery puncture and angiography for duct anatomic and shunting estimation. If such estimation can be replaced by transthoracic echocardiography (TTE), the procedure will be further simplified, with fewer invasions. This study aimed to examine whether TTE can serve as an alternative to aorta angiography and as a major guidance for transcatheter duct closure. The study enrolled 298 consecutive patients (71 males and 227 females) with PDA. In the study, TTE with combined two-dimensional echocardiography (2DE) imaging and color-coded flow imaging (CDFI) was performed to measure the minimal shunting width (MSW) as the estimated minimal duct size for selection of an Amplatzer duct occluder (ADO) and to monitor the transcatheter duct closure intraprocedurally. The MSW was validated against the duct-stretched diameter (SDD), against the minimal waist diameter of the conical part of a released occluder measured by X-ray spot picture after successful duct closure (SDC), and against the size of the finally used ADO (SADO). Good correlation was found between MSW and SDD [SDD (mm) = 1.31 MSW; r = 0.89; p < 0.01] and between MSW and SADO [SADO (mm) = 1.71 MSW; r = 0.88; p < 0.01]. Of 296 patients who received occlusion using MSW as the reference for selection of the occluder, SDC was attained in 288 (97.3%), 5 (1.7%), and 2 (0.7%) patients, respectively, at the first, second (1 ADO replacement), and third (2 ADO replacements) occluding attempt. Acute occluder dislodgement occurred in one patient (0.3%). At the 12-month follow-up assessment, no major complications were found, and the total immediate or 12-month SDC was 99.7%. Echocardiography as an alternative major guidance to angiography for transcatheter duct closure is technically feasible, and TTE guidance can further simplify the procedure, with fewer invasions and potential complications.
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- Wanhua Chen
- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Union Hospital, Fujian Medical University, 29 XinQuan Road, Fuzhou, 350001, People's Republic of China
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Baruteau AE, Lambert V, Riou JY, Angel CY, Belli E, Petit J. Closure of Tubular Patent Ductus Arteriosus With the Amplatzer Vascular Plug IV. World J Pediatr Congenit Heart Surg 2014; 6:39-45. [DOI: 10.1177/2150135114558070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background: Closure of tubular patent ductus arteriosus remains a challenging procedure. Anecdotal use of Amplatzer Vascular Plug IV for tubular ductus closure has been reported but feasibility and safety in a consecutive patients’ series remain unknown. Methods: We performed a monocenter prospective study at the Marie Lannelongue Hospital in Paris, France. From 2009 to 2014, a total of 47 patients (39 infants, 3 children, and 5 adults) underwent ductus closure with the Plug IV. Results: Ductus morphology was a type E in 34 (72.3%) patients and a type C in 13 (27.7%) patients. Ductus closure occurred in 39 (83.0%) infants at a median age of seven months (range: 3-23 months) and a median weight of 6.9 kg (range: 4.1-17.0 kg). A past history of prematurity and very low birth weight was found in 33 (70.2%) of them. Twelve (25.5%) patients had pulmonary hypertension. Mean Plug IV diameter was 1.9 ± 0.1 mm larger than the mean maximal ductus diameter. Early complete closure of the ductus was obtained in all patients. Early migration of an undersized Plug IV occurred in one (2.1%) patient and was suitable for percutaneous device retrieval. After a mean follow-up of 3.4 ± 1.4 years, all patients are alive and asymptomatic, no late complication occurred. Conclusion: Transcatheter closure of tubular ductus with the Amplatzer Vascular Plug IV can be safe and effective, with a 100% early occlusion rate. This device, suitable for a 4F sheath, is a new alternative for tubular ductus closure in low-body-weight infants.
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- Alban-Elouen Baruteau
- Department of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Surgery, Marie Lannelongue Hospital, French Reference Center for Complex Congenital Heart Diseases, Paris, France
- Department of Interventional Cardiovascular Radiology, Marie Lannelongue Hospital, Paris, France
- Paris Sud University, Paris Sud School of Medicine, Le Kremlin Bicêtre, Paris, France
- l’Institut du Thorax, INSERM 1087, CNRS 6291, Nantes University, Nantes, France
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- Department of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Surgery, Marie Lannelongue Hospital, French Reference Center for Complex Congenital Heart Diseases, Paris, France
- Marie-Lannelongue Hospital, INSERM 999, Paris, France
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- Department of Interventional Cardiovascular Radiology, Marie Lannelongue Hospital, Paris, France
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- Department of Interventional Cardiovascular Radiology, Marie Lannelongue Hospital, Paris, France
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- Department of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Surgery, Marie Lannelongue Hospital, French Reference Center for Complex Congenital Heart Diseases, Paris, France
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- Department of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Surgery, Marie Lannelongue Hospital, French Reference Center for Complex Congenital Heart Diseases, Paris, France
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