Transcatheter Closure of Patent Foramen Ovale versus Medical Therapy after Cryptogenic Stroke: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

Conclusion: Pooled data from 5 large RCTs showed that PFO closure in patients with cryptogenic stroke is safe and effective intervention for prevention of stroke recurrence compared with medical therapy.Cerebrovasc Dis 2018;45:162 –169
Source: Cerebrovascular Diseases - Category: Neurology Source Type: research