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Balloon dilation atrial septostomy and Potts anastomosis are reviewed as therapeutic alternatives that may improve hemodynamics, quality of life, and survival in pulmonary arterial hypertension.
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This review discusses the role of balloon dilation atrial septostomy and Potts anastomosis as therapeutic alternatives to improve hemodynamics, quality of life, and survival in patients with severe pulmonary arterial hypertension and right ventricular failure.
Despite advances in pharmacologic treatment, pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) remains a fatal disease. In recent years, surgical/interventional approaches including balloon dilation atrial septostomy and Potts anastomosis have been applied to improve the hemodynamic variables associated with right ventricular failure in the setting of PAH. These interventions may improve quality of life and prolong survival in this population. In this review, we will discuss the role of these 2 therapeutic alternatives in the management of PAH.
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Sandoval et al. (2016) conducted a review in Severe Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension. Balloon dilation atrial septostomy and Potts anastomosis was evaluated. Balloon dilation atrial septostomy and Potts anastomosis are reviewed as therapeutic alternatives that may improve hemodynamics, quality of life, and survival in pulmonary arterial hypertension.
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