Transcatheter Device Closure is a sophisticated, minimally invasive procedure used to treat congenital heart defects, such as “holes in the heart” without the need for traditional open-heart surgery. These defects, if left unaddressed, allow blood to flow abnormally between heart chambers, which can lead to serious long-term complications including stroke, pulmonary hypertension, chronic fatigue, and shortness of breath.
At ILS Hospitals, we specialize in this “keyhole” approach to cardiac repair. By using a small, specialized closure device delivered via a catheter, our experts can permanently seal these defects, allowing for a much faster recovery, significantly less pain, and minimal scarring compared to surgical alternatives.
Our Advanced Structural Heart Services
We provide a comprehensive, technology-driven approach to correcting heart defects and restoring normal circulation.
- Minimally Invasive “Keyhole” Closure: Our specialists perform the repair by inserting a thin, flexible catheter through a small entry point in a blood vessel (typically in the groin). This avoids the need for a chest incision or a heart-lung bypass machine.
- Precision Device Deployment: Using real-time, high-definition imaging, such as fluoroscopy and transesophageal echocardiography we guide the closure device to the exact site of the defect. Once positioned, the device is deployed to act as a permanent seal.
- Natural Tissue Integration: The devices used at ILS Hospitals are biocompatible and designed to remain in the heart permanently. Over several months, your body’s natural heart tissue grows over the device, creating a secure and seamless closure.
- Comprehensive Diagnostic Mapping: Before the procedure, we use advanced 3D imaging to accurately measure the size, shape, and location of the defect. This ensures we select the perfectly sized device for each patient’s unique anatomy.
- Rigorous Pre-Procedural Assessment: Every patient undergoes a detailed clinical evaluation, including a review of medical history and specialized cardiac tests, to ensure the safest and most effective treatment plan.
- Integrated Post-Procedure Monitoring: Most patients are able to return home within 24–48 hours. We provide a structured follow-up program, including periodic imaging, to monitor the healing process and ensure the heart is functioning optimally.
Why Choose ILS Hospitals?
The structural heart team at ILS Hospitals is committed to providing world-class care using the least invasive methods possible. By choosing Transcatheter Device Closure, our patients benefit from the highest standards of safety while avoiding the physical and emotional stress of major surgery.
Our goal is to provide a permanent solution that protects your heart and allows you or your child to return to an active, healthy life as quickly as possible.
