Long‐term follow‐up after PFO device closure

ConclusionsDevice closure of PFO can be performed safely with very good long‐term resolution of atrial shunting. Recurrent neurologic events after PFO closure may reflect additional comorbid risk factors unrelated to the potential for paradoxical embolism. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - March 28, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Nathaniel W. Taggart, Guy S. Reeder, Ryan J. Lennon, Joshua P. Slusser, Monique A. Freund, Allison K. Cabalka, Frank Cetta, Donald J. Hagler Tags: Valvular and Structural Heart Diseases Source Type: research