Why the study?
Does left atrial appendage closure or excision prevent embolic events and reduce bleeding compared to standard anticoagulation in patients with atrial fibrillation?
Does left atrial appendage closure or excision prevent embolic events and reduce bleeding compared to standard anticoagulation in patients with atrial fibrillation?
Left atrial appendage closure and excision provide effective non-pharmacological alternatives for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation patients, particularly those with high bleeding risks.
May support LAA closure in high-bleeding-risk AF; leaves open confirmation versus DOACs in contemporary trials.
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