New needle for catheter introduction in left atrium.

Teixeira Filho, G F; Prates, P R; Kalil, R A; Lucchese, F A; Aquino, H C; Nesralla, I A · Ann Thorac Surg · 1992

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Abstract

We describe a new needle for left atrial catheter introduction. It allows catheter introduction through the right superior pulmonary vein or through the interatrial septum. Used in 32 patients (adults and children), the device proved to be highly efficient, simple, and safe.

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