
pmid: 28581985
The left atrial appendage is a primary source of thrombi in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation. Transcatheter left atrial appendage occlusion/exclusion is a novel technology with the potential as an alternative approach for lifelong anticoagulation to prevent potential catastrophic embolic stroke. This article discusses important evaluation, procedural steps, and the clinical data for left atrial appendage closure.
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