Percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale in patients with cryptogenic embolism: a network meta-analysis

Conclusions
The effectiveness of PFO closure depends on the device used. PFO closure with AMP appears superior to medical therapy in preventing strokes in patients with cryptogenic embolism.

Source: European Heart Journal - January 12, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Stortecky, S., da Costa, B. R., Mattle, H. P., Carroll, J., Hornung, M., Sievert, H., Trelle, S., Windecker, S., Meier, B., Juni, P. Tags: Vascular medicine Source Type: research