ASD repairs

Posted By Debbie on May 12, 1999 at 09:25:34
A good friend of mine was recently diagnosed with atrial septal defect (ASD).  She had a cath done a few weeks ago.  It showed the defect at about the size of a large eraser.  Can you explain the options for surgery? Is a sternotomy the best way or is a mammary incision a good option.  If the mammary incision is used, how do you clamp the aorta?  I'd appreciate your help.  She's not able to find a lot of info here locally.










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