Serum Nickel and Titanium Levels after Transcatheter Closure of Atrial Septal Defects with Amplatzer Septal Occluder.
Discussion: This is the first study that evaluated both serum nickel and titanium release after implantation of the Amplatzer occluder. Our study shows that nickel is released from the device in the first few months after implantation. Therefore, in patients with nickel allergy, other devices may be considered.
PMID: 30719342 [PubMed]
Source: Cardiology Research and Practice - Category: Cardiology Authors: Elkiran O, Karakurt C, Kocak G, Taskapan C Tags: Cardiol Res Pract Source Type: research
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