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Embolization of Left Atrial Appendage Closure Devices: Predictors, Prevention, and Management Strategies

Atrial fibrillation is associated with an increased risk of stroke and, in patients with contraindications to anticoagulation,...
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Left Atrial Apendix Closure

Contemporary Challenges in Left Atrial Appendage Closure: Updated Approach to Device Embolization

Even though percutaneous left atrial appendage (LAA) closure is generally safe, device embolization – with 0 to...
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Left Atrial Apendix Closure

AHA 2025 | CLOSURE-AF: Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion (LAAO) vs. Medical Therapy in Atrial Fibrillation with High Stroke and Bleeding Risk

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a complex condition in which patients often present with multiple comorbidities, including high...
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Left Atrial Apendix Closure

Atrial Fibrillation and Chronic Kidney Disease: Outcomes of Different Stroke Prevention Strategies

Atrial fibrillation (AF) affects approximately 1 in every 4 patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). This population...
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Antiplatelet

TCT 2025 | ANDES Trial: Short-Term DOAC vs. DAPT After Percutaneous Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion

Percutaneous left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) is an established alternative to chronic anticoagulation in patients with non-valvular...
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Antithrombotic Anticoagulants

8 Questions About Left Atrial Appendage Closure: Contributions from the 2025 SCAI/HRS Review

Courtesy of Dr. Juan Manuel Pérez. Percutaneous left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) is an alternative to oral anticoagulation...
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Left Atrial Apendix Closure

Clinical Impact of Peridevice Leak Following Left Atrial Appendage Closure

Left atrial appendage closure (LAAO) has consolidated as a valid strategy for thromboembolic event prevention in patients...
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Left Atrial Apendix Closure

Early and Late Readmission after Left Atrial Appendage Closure

Percutaneous left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) represents an effective alternative for patients with atrial fibrillation and anticoagulation...
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