No benefit in terms of prevention of ischemic stroke, transient ischemic attack and cardiovascular mortality after 1 year was observed when surgical left atrial appendage occlusion was performed in ...

No benefit in terms of prevention of ischemic stroke, transient ischemic attack and cardiovascular mortality after 1 year was observed when surgical left atrial appendage occlusion was performed in ...

On the first day of the 2016 CardioStim sessions, I am happy to report a "positive" study on percutaneous left atrial appendage closure [1]. Notice I did not write Watchman. In Europe, the majority of ...

Left atrial appendage occlusion might be a treatment option for patients on dialysis with atrial fibrillation.

WASHINGTON—The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI) and the Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) have published the first rigorous, evidence-based, multisociety recommendations to guide ...

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a predominant arrhythmia, posing challenges due to its association with increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare resource ...

VIENNA, Austria—There may be potential differences in ischemic outcomes between the two most frequently used devices for left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF ...

An observational study linked percutaneous LAA occlusion peridevice leaks, whether larger or smaller than 3 mm, with stroke and other adverse events. Researchers highlighted the clinical significance ...

New partner reinforces confidence in the company's progress and future potential. NASHUA, N.H., Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Conformal Medical, Inc., a medical device company developing ...