Raymond N. Haddad
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View article: Balloon dilation of the para-device space to alleviate severe flow restriction in an oversized pulmonary flow restrictor: a case report
Balloon dilation of the para-device space to alleviate severe flow restriction in an oversized pulmonary flow restrictor: a case report Open
View article: Editorial: Surgical and non-surgical intervention of congenital heart disease management in developing and developed countries
Editorial: Surgical and non-surgical intervention of congenital heart disease management in developing and developed countries Open
View article: Outcomes Analysis of Transcatheter Closure of Atrial Septal Defects
Outcomes Analysis of Transcatheter Closure of Atrial Septal Defects Open
Background Atrial septal defect device closure is routine, yet clinical success and long‐term outcomes are often overlooked. We aim to identify predictive factors for failure and describe long‐term outcomes. Methods A single‐center retrosp…
View article: Acute thrombosis of an atrial flow regulator in a failing Fontan circulation: recanalization and management
Acute thrombosis of an atrial flow regulator in a failing Fontan circulation: recanalization and management Open
We report the case of an 11-year-old boy with situs inversus, interrupted inferior vena cava with azygos continuation, persistent left superior vena cava with absent bridging vein, congenitally corrected transposition of the great arteries…
View article: MIOS-MFO, un estudio observacional internacional multicéntrico del oclusor KONAR-MF de Lifetech en el tratamiento de defectos septales ventriculares perimembranosos
MIOS-MFO, un estudio observacional internacional multicéntrico del oclusor KONAR-MF de Lifetech en el tratamiento de defectos septales ventriculares perimembranosos Open
View article: Anatomical insights and management strategies for haemodynamically significant pressure-restrictive perimembranous ventricular septal defects: Findings from the French nationwide FRANCISCO cohort
Anatomical insights and management strategies for haemodynamically significant pressure-restrictive perimembranous ventricular septal defects: Findings from the French nationwide FRANCISCO cohort Open
View article: MIOS-MFO, a multicenter international observational study of the Lifetech KONAR-MF ventricular septal defect occluder in treating perimembranous ventricular septal defects
MIOS-MFO, a multicenter international observational study of the Lifetech KONAR-MF ventricular septal defect occluder in treating perimembranous ventricular septal defects Open
Transcatheter closure of pmVSD with the MFO device demonstrated feasibility, effectiveness, and safety in real-world settings.
View article: Exploring Research Barriers: A National Multicenter Study Among Obstetrics and Gynecology Residents
Exploring Research Barriers: A National Multicenter Study Among Obstetrics and Gynecology Residents Open
View article: OPTILOW: A Low‐Profile Approach for Implanting Optimus‐L Stents in Infants and Children
OPTILOW: A Low‐Profile Approach for Implanting Optimus‐L Stents in Infants and Children Open
Background Stent implantation poses challenges in small children due to their limited vessel size and rapid growth. This multicenter study evaluates in vivo efficacy of implanting Optimus‐L stents in small patients using a low‐profile appr…
View article: Comparing Outcomes of Active Closure Versus Natural Evolution in Hemodynamically Significant Restrictive PmVSDs: Insights from the FRANCISCO Cohort
Comparing Outcomes of Active Closure Versus Natural Evolution in Hemodynamically Significant Restrictive PmVSDs: Insights from the FRANCISCO Cohort Open
View article: Closure of a Late‐Onset Iatrogenic Left Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm Caused by Erosion of an Apical Muscular VSD Device
Closure of a Late‐Onset Iatrogenic Left Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm Caused by Erosion of an Apical Muscular VSD Device Open
We report the case of a 3‐year‐old asymptomatic girl (12 kg, 96 cm) who was diagnosed with a large iatrogenic left ventricular pseudoaneurysm (LVP) on follow‐up ultrasound, 14 months after apical muscular ventricular septal defect (VSD) cl…
View article: Surgical removal of pulmonary flow restrictors in children with congenital heart disease: What the outcomes reveal
Surgical removal of pulmonary flow restrictors in children with congenital heart disease: What the outcomes reveal Open
PFR removal is safe and effective. Complications are manageable, with no PA stenosis observed.
View article: Editorial: From interventional pearls to pioneering technologies in transcatheter treatment of congenital heart defects
Editorial: From interventional pearls to pioneering technologies in transcatheter treatment of congenital heart defects Open
View article: Penumbra Indigo® system to safely remove intracardiac thrombus in a 7-month-old infant with severe immunodeficiency disorder
Penumbra Indigo® system to safely remove intracardiac thrombus in a 7-month-old infant with severe immunodeficiency disorder Open
We report on a 7-month-old boy (4.2 kg/60 cm) with severe immunodeficiency disorder and bacterial septicaemia who was referred for an infected atrial thrombus secondary to a jugular central line. The echocardiogram showed a teardrop-shaped…
View article: Three-Decade Experience With Management of Coronary Artery Fistulas in Children
Three-Decade Experience With Management of Coronary Artery Fistulas in Children Open
The treatment approach for coronary artery fistulas (CAFs) is debatable, and long-term outcomes are unknown.
View article: Systematic approach to obtain axillary arterial access for pediatric heart catheterizations
Systematic approach to obtain axillary arterial access for pediatric heart catheterizations Open
Background Axillary arterial access (AAA) in pediatric heart catheterizations is undervalued. Methods We retrospectively reviewed children with congenital heart diseases (CHDs) who received trans-axillary arterial catheterizations between …
View article: SwiftNINJA steerable microcatheter: a new kid on the block for selective catheterization of vascular and valvular congenital lesions
SwiftNINJA steerable microcatheter: a new kid on the block for selective catheterization of vascular and valvular congenital lesions Open
Background SwiftNINJA (Merit Medical Systems, USA) is a novel steerable microcatheter intended for coronary and peripheral vascular interventions. We evaluate and report the first use of SwiftNINJA in pediatric catheterization of congenita…
View article: Proof of Concept: A New Solution for Low-Profile Transcatheter Implantation of Optimus-L Stents in Small Children
Proof of Concept: A New Solution for Low-Profile Transcatheter Implantation of Optimus-L Stents in Small Children Open
Optimus-L stents can be implanted safely in small patients with a low-profile approach. These stents have the potential to achieve adult size while maintaining structural integrity.
View article: Outcomes of manually modified microvascular plugs to pulmonary flow restrictors in various congenital heart lesions
Outcomes of manually modified microvascular plugs to pulmonary flow restrictors in various congenital heart lesions Open
Background The development of microvascular plugs (MVPs) has enabled novel transcatheter deliverable endoluminal pulmonary flow restrictors (PFRs) with the potential to treat newborns and infants with life-threatening congenital heart dise…
View article: Transcatheter Management of Pulmonary Sequestrations in Children—A Single-Center Experience
Transcatheter Management of Pulmonary Sequestrations in Children—A Single-Center Experience Open
Background: A pulmonary sequestration (PS) is an area of bronchopulmonary tissue with aberrant arterial supply. Transcatheter occlusion of PSs is an appealing treatment option, but data on outcomes remain scarce. We aim to describe our exp…
View article: Comparative outcomes of two competitive devices for retrograde closure of perimembranous ventricular septal defects
Comparative outcomes of two competitive devices for retrograde closure of perimembranous ventricular septal defects Open
Background Retrograde closure of perimembranous ventricular septal defects (pmVSDs) is a well-established procedure. However, interventionists are still looking for the best closure device. Methods We performed a single-center retrospectiv…
View article: FAST technique: fast atrial sheath traction technique for device closure of atrial septal defects
FAST technique: fast atrial sheath traction technique for device closure of atrial septal defects Open
Background Transcatheter closure of atrial septal defects (ASDs) is well-established. However, this procedure can be challenging, requiring multiple attempts and advanced implantation maneuvers. Materials and methods From July 2019 to July…
View article: Transvenous retrograde thoracic duct embolization for effective treatment of recurrent plastic bronchitis after fontan palliation
Transvenous retrograde thoracic duct embolization for effective treatment of recurrent plastic bronchitis after fontan palliation Open
We report the case of a 5.5‐year‐old patient (16 kg/105 cm) who presented with plastic bronchitis (PB) refractory to conservative treatment 3 months after completion of Fontan palliation. Bi‐inguinal transnodal fluoroscopy‐guided lymphangi…
View article: Corrigendum: Percutaneous stent implantation for occluded central shunts in adults: A case report and review of current evidence
Corrigendum: Percutaneous stent implantation for occluded central shunts in adults: A case report and review of current evidence Open
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View article: Multicentre experience with Optimus balloon-expandable cobalt–chromium stents in congenital heart disease interventions
Multicentre experience with Optimus balloon-expandable cobalt–chromium stents in congenital heart disease interventions Open
Objectives To evaluate bare-metal Optimus and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)-covered Optimus-CVS balloon-expandable, cobalt–chromium, hybrid cell–designed stents in congenital heart disease (CHD) interventions. Methods Retrospective multic…
View article: Percutaneous stent implantation for occluded central shunts in adults: A case report and review of current evidence
Percutaneous stent implantation for occluded central shunts in adults: A case report and review of current evidence Open
Background Patients with cyanotic complex congenital heart defects (CHDs) commonly undergo palliation with interposition of systemic-to-pulmonary shunts (SPSs). These palliative shunts are rarely found in adults with CHDs and can be compli…
View article: Long-term outcomes of transcatheter Potts shunt in children with suprasystemic pulmonary arterial hypertension
Long-term outcomes of transcatheter Potts shunt in children with suprasystemic pulmonary arterial hypertension Open
Background Transcatheter Potts shunt (TPS) is a palliation alternative for children with severe pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Debates on the long-term outcomes remain unsolved. Objectives To evaluate long-term clinical and procedu…
View article: Indications and outcomes of cardiac catheterization following congenital heart surgery in children
Indications and outcomes of cardiac catheterization following congenital heart surgery in children Open
OBJECTIVES Our goal was to evaluate the indications for postoperative cardiac catheterizations after paediatric cardiac surgeries and their impact on outcomes. METHODS Non-planned cardiac catheterizations performed after congenital heart s…
View article: Promising PTFE-coating technology of Optimus-CVS™ stents: The new player for congenital heart disease interventions
Promising PTFE-coating technology of Optimus-CVS™ stents: The new player for congenital heart disease interventions Open
Optimus-CVS appears to be a reliable high-performing CVS alternative in major CHD situations where CVS are needed. Optimus-CVS offers interesting construction characteristics, smart covering design, and the largest portfolio in terms of di…
View article: Spontaneous Closure of the Arterial Duct after Transcatheter Closure Attempt in Preterm Infants
Spontaneous Closure of the Arterial Duct after Transcatheter Closure Attempt in Preterm Infants Open
(1) Background: Transcatheter closure of the patent arterial duct (TCPDA) in preterm infants is an emerging procedure. Patent arterial duct (PDA) spontaneous closure after failed TCPDA attempts is seen but reasons and outcomes are not repo…