Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion With Left Ventricular Assist Device Decreases Thromboembolic Events

摘要

Background. Thromboembolic events (TEs) are common adverse events with continuous-flow left ventricular assist devices (LVADs). Left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) is commonly performed at the time of a cardiac operation. The effect of LAAO on TEs in LVAD patients remains unknown.