Peri-device leakage not CHA2DS2-VASc is associated with post-left atrial appendage closure cardiovascular event

In patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF), the left atrial appendage occluder (LAAO) is an alternative treatment for stroke prevention. However, thromboembolic event still occur, and the predictors are unknown.

Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - September 10, 2022 Category: Neurology Authors: Pang-Shuo Huang, Fu-Chun Chiu, Hsiao-Liang Cheng, Jung-Cheng Hsu, Su-Kiat Chua, Chun-Yuan Chu, Ting-Tse Lin, Jien-Jiun Chen, Chia-Ti Tsai Source Type: research