Left atrial appendage occlusion for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation: multicentre experience with the AMPLATZER Cardiac Plug

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Authors

Apostolos Tzikas · AHEPA University Hospital

Samera Shakir

Jens Erik Nielsen‐Kudsk

Ignacio Cruz‐González

Horst Sievert

Tobias Tichelbäcker

Abstract

In this multicentre study, LAAO with the ACP showed high procedural success and a favourable outcome for the prevention of AF-related thromboembolism. Modification in antithrombotic therapy after LAAO may result in reduction of bleeding events.

Topics & Keywords

Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes Cardiac Arrhythmias and Treatments Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: EuroIntervention

Volume 11, Issue 10, pp. 1170-1179

DOI: 10.4244/eijy15m01_06

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