Fluid challenge and balloon occlusion testing in patients with atrial septal defects

Conclusions
In adults with ASD without overt LV disease, even small rises in PVR may have significant implications on cardiovascular haemodynamics. Fluid challenge may provide additional information to balloon occlusion in this setting.

Source: Heart - May 12, 2022 Category: Cardiology Authors: DAlto, M., Constantine, A., Chessa, M., Santoro, G., Gaio, G., Giordano, M., Romeo, E., Argiento, P., Wacker, J., DAiello, A. F., Sarubbi, B., Russo, M. G., Naeije, R., Golino, P., Dimopoulos, K. Tags: Congenital heart disease Source Type: research