left atrial appendage closure led to less bleeding compared with oral anticoagulation, the randomized OPTION trial showed. Non-procedure-related major bleeding or clinically relevant non-major ...

Erlanger Cardiology completed the first in Chattanooga concomitant left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) and cardiac ablation for atrial fibrillation (AFib) on Nov. 23. Officials said, "This is an ...

Boston Scientific’s Watchman left atrial appendage (LAA) closure device to prevent stroke resulted in significantly less bleeding after an ablation procedure than taking blood thinners ...

Findings may prompt guideline changes, suggesting left atrial appendage closure as an alternative to anticoagulation based on CHA2DS2-VASc scores. Oussama Wazni, MD, Cleveland Clinic, discusses ...

WATCHMAN FLX™ Pro Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) device, enhancing stroke prevention options for patients with non-valvular ...

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a National Coverage Determination (NCD) in 2016, establishing uniform coverage for percutaneous left atrial appendage closure (LAAC ...

Headlining the year’s developments were studies of catheter ablation and concomitant use of LAAO in patients with AF.

John Mandrola questions the conclusions and fears the rise in percutaneous left atrial appendage closure procedures. Commentary, November 18, 2024 AHA 2024 The Most Worrisome Study at AHA 2024 A ...