A 72-year-old with AF (CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 4) and moderate bleeding risk asks about left atrial appendage occlusion instead of OAC. Guideline stance?...

Question

A 72-year-old with AF (CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 4) and moderate bleeding risk asks about left atrial appendage occlusion instead of OAC. Guideline stance?

Accepted Answer

Reasonable for patients with contraindications to long-term OAC

Answer

Preferred for all AF

Answer

Never indicated

Answer

Only for CHA₂DS₂‑VASc 0

Answer

First-line in all ≥70

"cardiology" MCQ (SBA): Atrial Fibrillation