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Retrograde device closure of perimembranous ventricular septal defects (pmVSDs) is an interesting procedure with several technical advantages and encouraging follow‐up results. Nevertheless, aortic valve injuries may occur and require sufficient attention. Herein, we report the first two cases of severe aortic regurgitation that we have linked to the retrograde pmVSD closure with the KONAR‐MF™ VSD occluder. We detail the technical aspects, comprehensively discuss procedural errors and conclude with important learning points. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] more...

The association of abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and tuberous sclerosis (TS) is rare. A 5-year-old boy was diagnosed with a 7-cm calcified thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm (TAAA), and the clinical evaluation revealed TS. The patient underwent an open repair with a 14-mm polyester tube graft prosthesis. The pathologic examination showed nonspecific dystrophic changes with loss of elastin fibers in the media of the aorta. The graft was patent on computed tomographic angiography performed 1 month after the operation. Because of the high risk of rupture, early elective repair is suggested. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] more...