Why the study?
To further define the strengths and limitations of CT peri-procedural imaging in the planning of left atrial appendage occlusion.
CT imaging provides comprehensive 3D anatomical assessment for pre-procedural planning and post-procedural evaluation of LAAO, offering advantages over traditional transesophageal echocardiography.
May support CT integration into LAAO workflows; leaves open need for prospective outcome trials versus TEE.
Computed tomography (CT) plays a key role in the peri-procedural planning of left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) device placement and post-procedural evaluation. The geometric variability of the interatrial septum, left atrium, and the left atrial appendage morphology can be fully visualized and intuitively appreciated through CT-derived, patient-specific 3D model unique to each individual's anatomy. This review further defines the strengths and limitations of CT peri-procedural imaging in the planning of LAAO.
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