Thrombectomy and Extraction of Patent Foramen Ovale Occluder With Repair of Atrial Septum: A Minimally Invasive Approach

CJC Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease 2026 Open access

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Authors: Mathieu Rheault-Henry, Meera R Patel, Lin Rui Guo
DOI: 10.1016/j.cjcpc.2026.01.001
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Abstract

Percutaneous closure of a patent foramen ovale is an established strategy for secondary stroke prevention but still carries some risks, including device embolization, thrombosis, and recurrent embolic events. We report the case of a 58-year-old man who developed multiple ischemic strokes 4 years after implantation of a Gore patent foramen ovale occluder due to late device-related thrombosis. He underwent a surgical thrombectomy, partial occluder extraction, and atrial septal repair through a right anterior minithoracotomy with peripheral cannulation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Cardiovascular and Diving-Related Complications Cardiac and Coronary Surgery Techniques Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes

Publication details

Journal / source
CJC Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease
Volume
5
Issue
4
Pages
267–270
Publication date
9 January 2026
Language
EN