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Landmark lecture on interventional cardiology: interventional cardiac catheterisation for CHD: the past, present, and

Ziyad M Hijazi1, Damien Kenny2

  • 11Sidra Cardiac Program,Sidra Medical & Research Center,Doha,Qatar.

Cardiology in the Young
|December 30, 2017
PubMed

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Interventional cardiac catheterization for congenital heart disease (CHD) has evolved significantly since the 1960s. This review covers the historical development, current techniques, and future directions in minimally invasive CHD treatments.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Pediatric Cardiology

Background:

  • Congenital heart disease (CHD) impacts millions globally, necessitating effective treatments.
  • Interventional therapies for CHD have a rich history, starting with balloon atrial septostomy in the 1960s.

Observation:

  • Key milestones include balloon valvuloplasty/angioplasty (1980s) and transcatheter closure of atrial septal defects (1990s).
  • Recent advancements feature percutaneous valve implantation, marking a new era in CHD management.

Findings:

  • The evolution of interventional cardiology for CHD showcases a progression from early palliative procedures to sophisticated defect closures and valve replacements.
  • Technological innovations have driven the development of less invasive techniques, improving patient outcomes.

Implications:

  • Understanding this historical trajectory is crucial for advancing future interventional strategies in CHD.
  • Continued innovation in percutaneous techniques promises further improvements in managing complex congenital heart conditions.

Keywords:
Cardiac catheterizationcongenital heart diseasetranscatheter pulmonary valve replacement

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