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Comparison of Antiplatelet Therapies for Prevention of Patent Foramen Ovale-Associated Stroke
The REDUCE study demonstrated a reduction in the risk of recurrent stroke with patent foramen ovale closure and antiplatelet therapy compared to antiplatelet therapy alone. The clinicians were allowed to choose among aspirin, clopidogrel, or aspirin/dipyridamole with the expectation that all antiplatelet therapies would have similar efficacy in this population. We tested that presumption by comparing recurrent stroke rates among antiplatelet agents within the control arm of the trial.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - February 6, 2020 Category: Neurology Authors: Scott E. Kasner, Bryan Randall, Grethe Andersen, Helle K. Iversen, Risto Roine, Christina Sjostrand, John F. Rhodes, Lars S øndergaard, The Gore REDUCE Study Investigators Source Type: research

Reprint of : Transcatheter closure of patent foramen ovale to prevent stroke recurrence in patients with otherwise unexplained ischaemic stroke: Expert consensus of the French Neurovascular Society and the French Society of Cardiology.
CONCLUSIONS: Although a big step forward that will benefit many patients has been taken with recent trials, many questions remain unanswered. Pending results from further studies, decision-making regarding management of patients with PFO-associated ischaemic stroke should be based on a close coordination between neurologists/stroke specialists and cardiologists. PMID: 31787326 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Revue Neurologique - December 5, 2019 Category: Neurology Tags: Rev Neurol (Paris) Source Type: research

Transcatheter closure of patent foramen ovale to prevent stroke recurrence in patients with otherwise unexplained ischaemic stroke: Expert consensus of the French Neurovascular Society and the French Society of Cardiology.
CONCLUSIONS: Although a big step forward that will benefit many patients has been taken with recent trials, many questions remain unanswered. Pending results from further studies, decision-making regarding management of patients with PFO-associated ischaemic stroke should be based on a close coordination between neurologists/stroke specialists and cardiologists. PMID: 31378692 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Archives of Cardiovascular Diseases - July 31, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Mas JL, Derex L, Guérin P, Guillon B, Habib G, Juliard JM, Marijon E, Massardier E, Meneveau N, Vuillier F Tags: Arch Cardiovasc Dis Source Type: research

Patent foramen ovale closure versus medical therapy in cases with cryptogenic stroke, meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
ConclusionPFO closure results in a significant reduction in the recurrence of ischemic stroke compared to medical therapy alone, primarily antiplatelet, among cases with PFO and cryptogenic stroke.
Source: Journal of Neurology - January 22, 2018 Category: Neurology Source Type: research

Simplified percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale and atrial septal defect with use of plain fluoroscopy: Single operator experience in 110 consecutive patients.
CONCLUSION: Percutaneous placement of an Amplatzer occluder was safe and effective with use of local anesthesia and fluoroscopy alone. There were no recurrent strokes over >4 years. Migraine relief was reported by >80% of patients. PMID: 29455783 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Indian Heart J - January 1, 2018 Category: Cardiology Authors: Manolis AS, Koulouris S, Rouska E, Pyrros J Tags: Indian Heart J Source Type: research

Simplified Percutaneous Closure of Patent Foramen Ovale and Atrial Septal Defect With Use of Plain Fluoroscopy: Single Operator Experience in 110 Consecutive Patients
Conclusion Percutaneous placement of an Amplatzer occluder was safe and effective with use of local anesthesia and fluoroscopy alone. There were no recurrent strokes over >4years. Migraine relief was reported by >80% of patients.
Source: Indian Heart Journal - August 8, 2017 Category: Cardiology Source Type: research

Antiplatelet effects of clopidogrel and aspirin after interventional patent foramen ovale/ atrium septum defect closure.
In this study, we aimed to analyze the incidence of high on-treatment platelet reactivity (HTPR) to antiplatelet medication in patients undergoing PFO/ASD closure as well as clinical complications and thrombus formation on the occluder during six-month follow-up. This hypothesis generating pilot study was observed, which included 140 patients undergoing PFO/ASD closure. The primary endpoint was pharmacodynamic response to antiplatelet medication. A composite of death, myocardial infarction, bleeding, stroke and thrombus formation on the occluder during six-month follow-up was the secondary endpoint. HTPR to clopidogrel was...
Source: Platelets - February 14, 2016 Category: Hematology Tags: Platelets Source Type: research

Results of percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale with the GORE® septal occluder
ConclusionPFO closure with the GSO is accompanied by a high technical success rate and closure rates similar to other currently used devices. The incidence of AF was higher than reported with most other devices. This may be a chance finding but warrants further investigation in larger trials. © 2013 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - January 20, 2014 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Meike Knerr, Stefan Bertog, Laura Vaskelyte, Ilona Hofmann, Horst Sievert Tags: Valvular and Structural Heart Diseases Source Type: research

Results of percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale with the GORE ® Septal Occluder
Conclusion. PFO closure with the GSO is accompanied by a high technical success rate and closure rates similar to other currently used devices. The incidence of atrial fibrillation was higher than reported with most other devices. This may be a chance finding but warrants further investigation in larger trials. © 2013 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - December 10, 2013 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Meike Knerr, Stefan Bertog, Laura Vaskelyte, Ilona Hofmann, Horst Sievert Tags: Original Study Source Type: research

Amplatzer left atrial appendage occlusion: Single center 10‐year experience
ConclusionLAA closure may be a good alternative to oral anticoagulation. This hypothesis needs to be tested in a randomized clinical trial to ensure that all potential biases of this observational study are accounted for. © 2013 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - February 14, 2013 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Fabian Nietlispach, Steffen Gloekler, René Krause, Samera Shakir, Michael Schmid, Ahmed A. Khattab, Peter Wenaweser, Stephan Windecker, Bernhard Meier Tags: Original Studies Source Type: research