Question

A 70-year-old with AF and prior GI bleed asks about left atrial appendage occlusion. Which patient profile favors this approach?

Accepted Answer

High stroke risk with absolute contraindication to long-term anticoagulation

Answer

Low stroke risk and high bleeding risk

Answer

Any AF patient regardless of risk

Answer

All patients after age 70

Answer

Only patients after ablation

Practice question

A 70-year-old with AF and prior GI bleed asks about left atrial appendage occlusion. Which patient profile favors this approach?