Combined catheter ablation and left atrial appendage closure as a hybrid procedure for the treatment of atrial fibrillation

Conclusions The combination of CA and percutaneous LAAC in a single procedure is technically feasible in patients with symptomatic drug-refractory AF, high risk of stroke, and contraindications to OACs, although it is associated with a significant risk of major complications.

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Source: Europace - October 23, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Calvo, N., Salterain, N., Arguedas, H., Macias, A., Esteban, A., Garcia de Yebenes, M., Gavira, J. J., Barba, J., Garcia-Bolao, I. Tags: Ablation for atrial fibrillation Source Type: research