Percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale for cryptogenic stroke: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Conclusions: Currently-available randomized data do not support the use of percutaneous PFO closure for secondary stroke prevention in patients with cryptogenic stroke and PFO. An updated meta-analysis including further data from ongoing RCTs is warranted.

Source: International Journal of Cardiology - July 26, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: Joey S.W. Kwong, Yat-Yin Lam, Cheuk-Man Yu Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research