Over 1-year efficacy and safety of left atrial appendage occlusion versus novel oral anticoagulants for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials and observational studies

A direct comparison of the efficacy and safety profiles of left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) devices and novel oral anticoagulants (NOACs) for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation is warranted but currently unavailable.

Source: Heart Rhythm - December 24, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Xin Li, Song-Nan Wen, Song-Nan Li, Rong Bai, Nian Liu, Li Feng, Yan-Fei Ruan, Xin Du, Jian-Zeng Dong, Chang-Sheng Ma Source Type: research