The Extended Utility of CHA<sub>2</sub>DS<sub>2</sub>VASc and HAS-BLED Scores in the Selection for Transcutaneous Left Atrial Appendage Closure

The Extended Utility of CHA<sub>2</sub>DS<sub>2</sub>VASc and HAS-BLED Scores in the Selection for Transcutaneous Left Atrial Appendage Closure

Background and purpose: Left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) is an option for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation patients. Randomized studies have demonstrated the effectiveness and safety of LAAC but included patients with an average risk of stroke and bleeding complications. The current stud...

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Main Authors: Witold Streb, Katarzyna Mitręga, Stanisław Morawski, Wiktoria Kowalska, Zbigniew Kalarus
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-10-01
Series:Journal of Clinical Medicine
Subjects:
atrial fibrillation
stroke
atrial appendage
prognosis
left atrial appendage closure
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/9/11/3438

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