Procedure

Left Atrial Appendage Closure

A procedure that seals off a small pouch in the heart where clots can form, used for some people with atrial fibrillation who cannot take blood thinners long term.

Also called: laa closure, laao

Related

• Angioplasty and Stenting
• Angioplasty and Stents
• Anti-Reflux Surgery
• Aortic Aneurysm
• Aortic Aneurysm Repair
• Arrhythmia
• Atrial Fibrillation
• Blood Thinner Management
• Cardiac Ablation
• Cardiac Arrest
• Cardiac Catheterization
• Cardiac Rehabilitation
• Cardiomyopathy
• Cardioversion
• Carotid Artery Disease
• Chest Pain