Peri-device leakage not CHA2DS2-VASc is associated with post-left atrial appendage closure cardiovascular event
Journal
Journal of stroke and cerebrovascular diseases : the official journal of National Stroke Association
Journal Volume
31
Journal Issue
11
Pages
106688
Date Issued
2022-09-09
Author(s)
Chiu, Fu-Chun
Hsu, Jung-Cheng
Chua, Su-Kiat
Chu, Chun-Yuan
Abstract
In patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF), the left atrial appendage occluder (LAAO) is an alternative treatment for stroke prevention. However, thromboembolic event still occur, and the predictors are unknown.
Subjects
Left atrial appendage occluder
Peri-device leak
stroke
Taiwan
Thrombus on device
Type
journal article