Researchers who tracked closure procedures by ICD-9 code say the increase likely reflects PFO procedures, either off label or under humanitarian device exemption before this was revoked in 2006 ...

Over the past several years, closure of interatrial septal defects is an increasingly common procedure, with the development of devices that allow that approach, Herrmann said.

A novel study by Canadian physicians reported that the BioSTAR biodegradable implant achieved comparable closure rates to the Amplatzer Septal Occluder in children with atrial septal defect.

Nickel allergy, increased platelet aggregation, and the presence of microthrombus on the ASD closure device have been proposed as potential mechanisms," Rodés-Cabau's group said.

Long-term survival after transcatheter closure of secundum atrial septal defects (ASD) is similar to that achieved after surgical closure, but the former method is far more likely to require ...

The global heart defect closure devices market research report by Technavio predicts the market to post a CAGR of more than 29% during 2019-2023.

Thrissur General Hospital achieves milestone in cardiac care with successful ASD Device Closure surgery, showcasing public healthcare excellence.

An innovative trans-catheter device closure of a secundum Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) or a hole in the centre of the wall between the two upper chambers of the heart in a 16-month-old baby girl Ovi ...

The Cardiology Department of SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre performed non-surgical closure of holes in the heart for three children free of cost.

More information: "A Biodegradable Device (BioSTARTM) for Atrial Septal Defect Closure in Children." Gareth Morgan, Kyong-Jin Lee, Rajiv Chaturvedi, and Lee Benson.