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Occluder details. Note the disc at the bottom of the picture and, above it, the lobe, in which six pairs of locking hooks are displayed.
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Background Atrial fibrillation (AF) increases the risk of thromboembolic events caused by emboli originating in the left atrial appendage (LAA). Mechanical methods for LAA occlusion have been developed as an alternative to oral anticoagulation. The aim of this study was to present an initial experience with the AMPLATZER® Cardiac Plug. Methods Pati...
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Objective
This meta-analysis explored the safety and effectiveness of different anticoagulant regimens after left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO).
Methods
Databases, such as PubMed, MEDLINE, EMBASE, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library, were searched to identify eligible studies according to the inclusion criteria. The incidences of events, incl...