Question

A 70-year-old with AF and prior GI bleed refuses anticoagulation. He asks about left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO). Appropriate counseling?

Accepted Answer

LAAO is a reasonable alternative when long-term OAC is contraindicated or not tolerated

Answer

LAAO replaces anticoagulation in all AF patients

Answer

LAAO is first-line for AF regardless of risk

Answer

Aspirin is equivalent to LAAO

Answer

No options are available

Practice question

A 70-year-old with AF and prior GI bleed refuses anticoagulation. He asks about left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO). Appropriate counseling?