Po-01-083 percutaneous closure of peri-device leak following left atrial appendage closure using an amplatzer duct occluder
Percutaneous left atrial appendage (LAA) closure has been recognised as an alternative therapy for stroke prevention in selected patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AF) who have difficulties with long-term oral anticoagulation. Peri-device leaks (PDLs) are frequently diagnosed after LAA closure procedures, regardless of closure methods. PDL> 5mm is related with further embolic events. Nevertheless, management of severe PDL has been a challenging concern which requires multiple teams involved.
Source: Heart Rhythm - Category: Cardiology Authors: Rui Shi, John Foran, Ghada Mustafa, Omar H. Riad, Daniel Hunnybun, Vias Markides, Tom Wong Source Type: research
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