Revival of transcatheter PFO closure: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials - impact of shunt size and age

Conclusion According to our meta-analysis TPC plus antiplatelets was superior in terms of stroke prevention when compared to Med-Tx. Furthermore, patients with moderate to severe shunts and those younger than 45 years of age were found to benefit most from TPC.
Source: American Heart Journal - Category: Cardiology Source Type: research