Incidence of thromboembolism following detection by trans-oesophageal echocardiography of left atrial thrombus

Conclusion This is the only study to date that has looked at the incidence of ischemic stroke following a confirmed LAA thrombus, LA thrombus or pre-thrombus state. This single centre study found low stroke rates over a six month follow-up period in patients with a confirmed LAA thrombus, LA thrombus or pre-thrombus state and optimization of OAC. Larger studies would be required to confirm these findings.
Source: IJC Heart and Vasculature - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research