Advantages of using a TorqVue^TM LP catheter for patent arterial duct stenting in newborn with a duct-dependent pulmunary circulation: a case report

Almost 20% of children with simple or complex types of CHD have a duct-dependent circulation The systemic-to-pulmonary shunt can be performed surgically, e.g., Blalock-Taussing shunt or with a patent duct arteriosus stenting.Using a TorqVue^TM LP catheter (Abbott Medical, Plymouth, MN, USA) might be an innovative and helpful technique.The aim of this case report was to illustrate the advantages of using TorqVue^TM LP for both the angiographic and the implant phase, to reduce manipulations and complications associated with the procedure.