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transcatheter

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transcatheter /trans·cath·e·ter/ (trans-kath´ĕ-ter) performed through the lumen of a catheter.
transcatheter [trans-kath´ĕ-ter]
performed through the lumen of a catheter.

transcatheter
performed through the lumen of a catheter. Includes the delivery of intravascular devices such as balloon, coils and stents to dilate or close cardiovascular defects. See also balloon valvuloplasty.


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