Obstructed infracardiac total anomalous pulmonary venous return is nearly always a surgical emergency in which infants present in severe cardiopulmonary distress. Ductal venosus stenting can provide a temporizing option for premature, low birth weight infants with high risk for surgical complications. In challenging anatomic cases, virtual reality, 3D-printed models, and fusion image guidance can aid in procedural planning and provide support for successful intervention.
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