Abstract
A modification of the distal end of a flexible bioptome used for endomyocardial biopsy is described which facilitates the approach to the interventricular septum. Contact with the right ventricular free wall is avoided.
MeSH terms
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Biopsy / instrumentation*
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Echocardiography / instrumentation
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Endocardium / pathology*
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Equipment Design
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Fluoroscopy / instrumentation
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Heart Septum / pathology
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Heart Ventricles / pathology
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Humans
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Myocardium / pathology*