A Case of Successful Retrieval of a Dislodged Atrial Septal Occluder in the Abdominal Aorta
Abstract：Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a common congenital heart disease, with diverse clinical manifestations ranging from asymptomatic to pulmonary hypertension, cyanosis, and stroke. Most small defects naturally close within the first year of life, while larger defects can lead to severe systemic symptoms and require surgical intervention. With the development of percutaneous ASD closure, complications have emerged, and occluder dislodgement is a common complication. Cases of dislodgement into the pulmonary circulation are more common, while a few cases involve dislodgement into the systemic circulation. Occluders dislodged into the abdominal aorta can cause serious vascular risks such as aortic wall hematoma and dissection, requiring surgical treatment. This article reports a case of successful retrieval of a dislodged atrial septal occluder in the abdominal aorta, and provides new insights into the operational techniques for retrieving the occluder.
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Publication Date：2025-10-20
Online Publishing Date：2025-12-03(First online date of this platform, not the publication date of the document)
Pages：2( 1275-1276 )