| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5609763 | Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography | 2017 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
IVC compression is feasible and effective for detecting PFO and is not inferior to the Valsalva maneuver. In particular, IVC compression could be an alternative diagnostic method for PFO using TEE when the Valsalva maneuver cannot be performed under deep sedation.
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Authors
Eiji MD, Tomoyuki MD, Eri MD, Takeshi MD, Takehito MD, Kentaro MD, Kohki MD, PhD, Koji MD, PhD, Shigeto MD, PhD, Kazuomi MD, PhD, FESC, FACC, FAHA, Shigeru MD, PhD,