Transeptal Puncture

_{• Ability to puncture the fossa in different points in preparation for different procedures such as LAAO or pulmonary vein isolation.}

_{• Built in step-by-step expert guidance encourages self-learning without the need for proctoring.}

_{• Visual aids such as labeled anatomical structures shorten the learning curve.}

_{• Train as a team with an echocardiographer or individually using preset echo views for ICE and TEE.}

_{• Detailed metrics and benchmarking tools allow users to track progress to help optimize training and identify areas that need improvement.}

_{• Built-in complications show importance of careful tool manipulation}

_{• Ability to run each case with or without assistance to help with retention and identifying knowledge gaps}

_{• Learn how to perform transseptal puncture}

_{• Learn how to safely puncture fibrotic and aneurysmal fossa ovalis}

_{• Puncture the correct spot on 3 different types of fossa ovalis}

_{• Become familiar with ICE and TEE}

_{• Gain experience with the transseptal assembly}

_{• Utilize needle pressure to confirm location}

_{• Perform a safe puncture with or without echo guidance}

_{• Identify inadvertent aortic puncture or tamponade}

_{• Safely gain access to left atrium post-puncture}

_{• Learn when to administer heparin to prevent clot formation}

_{• Recognize important anatomical landmarks}

_{• Manipulate devices and manage anatomical variations}