Abstract
We present results of the histopathological work-up of an atrial septal defect occluder that was explanted 15 months after interventional implantation due to a significant residual shunt. Complete endothelialization of the surface and a mild inflammatory reaction was demonstrated.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 775-776 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Pediatric Cardiology |
Volume | 27 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Atrial septal defect
- Congenital heart disease
- Histology
- Interventional therapy