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Michael C Giudici1, Steven R Mickelsen, Prashant D Bhave
1Division of Cardiology, University of Iowa Hospitals, Iowa City, Iowa.
Abstract:
Transseptal catheterization is required for atrial fibrillation ablation and many ablations for atrial tachycardias, left atrial flutters, and accessory pathways. Using a Brockenbrough needle or other specialized device adds time, expense, and risk of potential complications such as atrial or aortic perforation, pericardial effusion, and tamponade to these procedures. We present a simple, low-risk technique for transseptal catheterization.
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