Chonnam Med J.  2015 Aug;51(2):106-108. 10.4068/cmj.2015.51.2.106.

Percutaneous Forceps Retrieval of an Embolized Amplatzer Duct Occluder

• Kim YS
• Lee SR

• KMID: 2172140
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4068/cmj.2015.51.2.106

Abstract

Transcatheter closure of patent ductus arteriosus with the Amplatzer duct occluder shows excellent results. However, there is a risk of device embolization after deployment. We report the case of a 33-year-old man in whom an embolized Amplatzer device was retrieved from the right pulmonary artery by a percutaneous method. We also review this uncommon severe complication and offer technical tips for percutaneous removal.

Keyword

Ductus arteriosus; Patent; Septal occluder device

MeSH Terms

Adult
Ductus Arteriosus
Ductus Arteriosus, Patent
Humans
Pulmonary Artery
Septal Occluder Device
Surgical Instruments*

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