Journal article
Left Atrial Appendage Closure after Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Oral anticoagulation is recommended after ablation for atrial fibrillation among patients at high risk for stroke. Left atrial appendage closure is a mechanical alternative to anticoagulation, but data regarding its use after atrial fibrillation ablation are lacking.
METHODS: We conducted an international randomized trial involving 1600 patients with atrial fibrillation who had an elevated score (≥2 in men and ≥3 in women) on the …
Authors
Wazni OM; Saliba WI; Nair DG; Marijon E; Schmidt B; Hounshell T; Ebelt H; Skurk C; Oza S; Patel C
Journal
The New England Journal of Medicine, Vol. 392, No. 13, pp. 1277–1287
Publisher
Massachusetts Medical Society
Publication Date
April 3, 2025
DOI
10.1056/nejmoa2408308
ISSN
0028-4793