Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion with Left Ventricular Assist Device Decreases Thromboembolic Events

ConclusionsIn patients undergoing LVAD, LAAO is associated with reduced TEs and this effect may be independent of AF. A prospective randomized study to examine the efficacy LAAO in prevention of TE is needed to confirm these findings.
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research