Minimally invasive repair using robotic systems has been accepted as an attractive alternative in the surgical repair of atrial septal defects (ASDs). Clear exposure of the entire rim of the ASD is often hindered during a robotic approach. Here, we describe an approach using vertical right atriotomy along the interatrial groove that may enhance the exposure of the ASD.
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