A 64-year-old with atrial fibrillation asks about stroke risk reduction after LAA occlusion. What is true?...

Question

A 64-year-old with atrial fibrillation asks about stroke risk reduction after LAA occlusion. What is true?

Accepted Answer

Short-term post-procedure antithrombotic therapy is still required

Answer

No antithrombotic therapy is needed post-procedure

Answer

Life-long triple therapy is required

Answer

Device eliminates all stroke risk

Answer

Device is first-line for all AF patients

us-abim MCQ (SBA): Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion