Publications by authors named "Adrian Attiger-Toller"
Article Synopsis
- The study looked at two ways to close a hole in the heart called a patent foramen ovale (PFO) to prevent blood clots, using either fluoroscopy (FS) or both fluoroscopy and transesophageal echocardiography (TOE) for guidance.
- They analyzed 203 patients and found that using FS alone was faster, but both methods achieved similar success rates in closing the PFO at 6 months.
- No significant differences were found in complications or reoccurring heart issues between the two methods, suggesting FS-only guidance is just as effective as using both TOE and FS.
Objectives: Percutaneous closure of a patent foramen ovale (PFO) for the prevention of recurrent paradoxical thromboembolic events has been shown to be safe and effective in randomized controlled trials. However, it remains uncertain if differences in the structure and design of the occluder devices impact the outcomes. The aim of this study was to compare results of percutaneous PFO closure using 2 widely used double-disc occluders.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: The Allegra-THV is a novel, self-expanding THV with supra-annular bovine leaflets. The valve is available in 3 different sizes and is delivered through an 18 French sheath. To determine the safety and efficacy of the Allegra transcatheter heart valve (THV; Biosensors) for the treatment of severe aortic valve stenosis under real-world conditions.
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