Percutaneous Closure of Aortopulmonary Fistula During Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Implantation With Ventricular Septal Occluder Device.

ABSTRACT: Aortopulmonary communication after percutaneous pulmonary valve implantation is an uncommon complication. Associated risk factors include acute trauma to the homograft in the setting of aggressive balloon dilatation. A high level of suspicion is required and aortography may be necessary for diagnosis. The presentation can be acute or chronic, and percutaneous approach is possible.

SUBMITTER: Torres R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12441418 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature