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This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of transcatheter correction of superior sinus venosus atrial septal defects.

Transcatheter correction of superior sinus venosus atrial septal defect: single centre experience with short- to medium-term outcomes

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Retrospective analysis shows safe transcatheter correction in adults, indicating a viable alternative to surgery.

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of transcatheter correction of superior sinus venosus atrial septal defects.
Single-centre retrospective analysis of patients treated from January 2024 to January 2026.
Data collected from multidisciplinary meeting records and patients’ medical records.
Five adults treated, with stent sizes of 80-mm and 100-mm used.
No mortalities or immediate adverse events were reported.
Follow-up duration ranged from 3 to 24 months, with no late complications observed.
Transcatheter closure demonstrated to be a feasible and safe option for selected patients.

Elhedai et al. (2026) studied this question.

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