Totally Thoracoscopic Closure of the Left Atrial Appendage.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2018.07.046.
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Abstract
The left atrial appendage (LAA) is a major site of clot formation in atrial fibrillation. Stand-alone thoracoscopic LAA complete closure can decrease stroke risk and may be an alternative to life-long oral anticoagulation. This report describes a technique for totally thoracoscopic LAA exclusion with an epicardial clip device. This approach provides a safe and likely more effective alternative to LAA management than other endocardial devices.
Medical subject headings
- Atrial Appendage
- Thoracoscopy