<b>Tissue Properties of the Fossa Ovalis as They Relate to Transseptal Punctures</b>: A Translational Approach

Abstract

Results may provide physicians with important knowledge about what to expect when treating a possible iatrogenic atrial septal defect or help them understand the consequences of transseptal punctures. Comparative data between swine and human atrial septal tissue properties provide critical insights between the species and offer clinicians and device designers important information relative to differences in tissue behaviors.