New Trials and Fibrillations post up: Thoughts on left atrial appendage occlusion to prevent stroke in AF

August 27, 2012

in AF ablation, Atrial fibrillation, Dabigatran/Rivaroxaban/Apixaban

There was a lively debate on this topic at ESC 2012.

One of the strategies proposed to reduce stroke in AF involves occlusion of the sack-like structure called the left atrial appendage. Two devices are being evaluated and nearing consideration for approval. There is a great deal of debate on these devices.

Here is my recap yesterday’s session.

ESC 2012: Left atrial appendage closure is NOT the therapy of choice for many patients with AF?

JMM

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Tagged as: Amplatzer Cardiac Plug, LAA occlusion, Stroke, Watchman

diablo iii gold August 28, 2012 at 8:08 am

Fantastic! Nizza Post, sind Blog meine No.1!

diablo 3 gold

Campykid August 28, 2012 at 10:19 pm

Thanks, Dr. John. Another item to add to my AF toolbox.

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