Question

A 55-year-old with AF and prior GI bleed cannot tolerate long-term anticoagulation despite attempts. He asks about stroke prevention. Which device-based strategy may be used?

Accepted Answer

Left atrial appendage occlusion device

Answer

Carotid endarterectomy

Answer

Patent foramen ovale closure

Answer

Aortic filter placement

Answer

Inferior vena cava filter

Practice question

A 55-year-old with AF and prior GI bleed cannot tolerate long-term anticoagulation despite attempts. He asks about stroke prevention. Which device-based strategy may be used?