To examine retrospectively whether transcatheter closure of the interatrial septum leads to myocardial injury and to determine the mechanism.
In a prospective study in adults troponin T (TnT) serum concentrations were determined before and the day after transcatheter closure of an atrial septal defect (ASD) or patent foramen ovale (PFO).
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
51
In a prospective study in adults troponin T (TnT) serum concentrations were determined before and the day after transcatheter closure of an atrial septal defect (ASD) or patent foramen ovale (PFO).
TnT changes
Time frame: Blood samples for TnT were taken one day before intervention and one day after intervention.
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