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ReviewIndian journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery2025

New-onset headache after transcatheter atrial septal defect closure: a systematic review.

H Shafeeq Ahmed, Sneha Reddy Pulkurthi, Akhil Fravis Dias, Maryam Zahid, Varshini Vishwanatham

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Review in Indian journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 authors.

H Shafeeq AhmedBangalore Medical College and Research Institute, K.R Road, Bangalore, 560002 Karnataka India.ORCID 0000-0003-1671-8474
Sneha Reddy PulkurthiM S Ramaiah Medical College, M S Ramaiah Nagar, Bangalore, 560054 Karnataka India.ORCID 0009-0008-8390-238X
Akhil Fravis DiasM S Ramaiah Medical College, M S Ramaiah Nagar, Bangalore, 560054 Karnataka India.ORCID 0009-0007-8269-514X
Maryam ZahidInverclyde Royal Hospital, Larkfield Rd, Greenock, PA16 0XN UK.ORCID 0009-0009-0653-4728
Varshini VishwanathamRoyal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Rd, Brighton, BN2 5BE UK.ORCID 0009-0008-2219-6565

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Abstract

Background: Migraine is a complex neurological disorder marked by severe headache and associated with various systemic symptoms. Atrial septal defect (ASD) closure, a common cardiac procedure, has been linked to the onset of new migraine episodes. This systematic review explores the incidence and management of migraine following transcatheter ASD closure. Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted in PubMed, Scopus, and CINAHL Ultimate, covering studies from inception to August 2024. The review followed PRISMA guidelines and was registered on PROSPERO (CRD42024578609). Data extraction and risk of bias assessment were systematically performed by independent reviewers. Results: A total of 831 studies were identified out of which 13 were included for the final analysis. The studies encompassed diverse populations globally, revealing varying onset times for migraine post-ASD closure, ranging from as early as 1 day to up to a year. Migraine incidence varied significantly, with several studies noting a higher prevalence in females and some cases showing a familial predisposition typically in the maternal side. The typical methods for ASD closure involved transcatheter approaches. Treatment modalities included non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, calcium channel blockers, and anticoagulants, with some cases experiencing spontaneous resolution of symptoms. Modifications to anti-platelet therapy post-procedure, such as the introduction of clopidogrel along with aspirin, showed significant efficacy in treating and preventing migraine. Conclusion: This review highlights a significant correlation between ASD closure and the onset of migraine, underlining the need for further investigation into preventive strategies and management. These findings suggest a complex interaction between structural heart alterations and migraine pathophysiology. Supplementary Information: The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12055-025-01906-x.

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Blood coagulationCardiac surgical proceduresMigraine disordersPostoperative complicationsTranscatheter closure techniques

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PMID40144614
PMCPMC11933593

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