Aims: To investigate the safety, feasibility, and efficacy of left atrial appendage occlusion
(LAAO) with the AMPLATZER Cardiac Plug (ACP) for stroke prevention in patients with atrial …

Objectives: This dual-center study sought to demonstrate the utility and safety of intracardiac
echocardiography (ICE) in providing adequate imaging guidance as an alternative to …

Aims: Percutaneous left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) may be considered for stroke
prophylaxis in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF). Data on device …

Background Left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) has been proven to be effective for
stroke prophylaxis in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF). We aim to assess …

Objectives: This study sought to evaluate the feasibility, safety, and efficacy of intracardiac
echocardiography (ICE)–guided versus transesophageal echocardiography (TEE)–guided …

Left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) is emerging as a promising alternative to oral
anticoagulation. Because aged patients present a greater risk of not only cardioembolic …

Introduction and objectives Despite the efficacy of oral anticoagulant (OAC) therapy, some
patients continue to have a high residual risk and develop a stroke on OAC therapy …

Aims Percutaneous left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) with the Amplatzer Cardiac Plug
(ACP) emerged as a valid alternative in patients with a formal contraindication to oral …

Objective Percutaneous left atrial appendage (LAA) occlusion has been developed as a
viable option for stroke and thromboembolism prevention in patients with non-valvular atrial …

Cardioembolic strokes are generally more lethal and disabling than other source of strokes.
Data from PROTECT AF (Watchman Left Atrial Appendage Closure Technology for Embolic …