Exploring Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion Device-Related Thrombosis: Clinical Impact, Risk Prediction, Differentiation, and Management
Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion (LAAO) surgery is an effective alternative treatment to long-term oral anticoagulants (OAC), aimed at preventing thromboembolic events associated with non-valvular atrial fibrillation. The occurrence of device-related thrombosis (DRT) after LAAO has been a long-standing concern for both clinicians and patients, making it an important observation during postoperative follow-up. Recently, the Journal … Read more