Efficacy and safety of left atrial appendage occlusion in atrial fibrillation patients with chronic kidney disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia among the elderly, and more frequently occur in those with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) is used as a mechanical alternative approach for prevention of AF-related thromboembolisms. This meta-analysis was co...

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Main Author: Hai-Fu Zhang, Qin-Xia Zhang, Yuan-Yuan Zhang, Dong Yang, Zhao Xu, Qi-Bin Jiao, Xing-Wei Zhang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: IMR (Innovative Medical Research) Press Limited 2020-09-01
Series:Reviews in Cardiovascular Medicine
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Online Access:https://rcm.imrpress.com/fileup/2153-8174/PDF/1601433459184-1886833784.pdf