Optimized retrograde approach and device selection with Konar-MF™ for pediatric transcatheter ventricular septal defect closure.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This study aims to evaluate the mid-term outcomes of transcatheter ventricular septal defect closure with the Konar-MF™ device and to investigate the impact of an optimized device selection strategy using a retrograde approach.

Methods

Between January 2019 and November 2023, a total of 58 patients (32 males, 26 females; median age: 4.5 years; range, 8 months to 16 years) who underwent transcatheter closure of ventricular septal defects using the Konar-MF™ device were retrospectively analyzed. Patient demographics, procedural details, and follow-up data were recorded.

Results

Procedural success was achieved in 95% of cases, with a median procedure time of 60 min and fluoroscopy time of 12.6 min. Retrograde implantation was used in 79% of patients, significan

SUBMITTER: Vuran G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12421569 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature