left atrial appendage closure led to less bleeding compared with oral anticoagulation, the randomized OPTION trial showed. Non-procedure-related major bleeding or clinically relevant non-major ...

Erlanger Cardiology completed the first in Chattanooga concomitant left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) and cardiac ablation for atrial fibrillation (AFib) on Nov. 23. Officials said, "This is an ...

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a National Coverage Determination (NCD) in 2016, establishing uniform coverage for percutaneous left atrial appendage closure (LAAC ...

John Mandrola questions the conclusions and fears the rise in percutaneous left atrial appendage closure procedures. Commentary, November 18, 2024 AHA 2024 The Most Worrisome Study at AHA 2024 A ...

WATCHMAN FLX™ Pro Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) device, enhancing stroke prevention options for patients with non-valvular ...