CardioNerds 284. Atrial Fibrillation: Mechanical Stroke Prevention in Atrial fibrillation with Dr. Christopher Ellis

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ONLINEABIM MOC Part 2AMAMOCCardiologyCardioNerds

Sunday, April 9, 2023, 12:00 AM - Sunday, July 9, 2023, 11:59 PM

1. Outline the indications for left atrial appendage occlusion therapy.
2. Describe the differences between surgical and trans-catheter left atrial appendage occlusion.
3. Define the role for surgical left atrial appendage occlusion at the time of cardiac surgery.
4. Discuss the approach to anticoagulation after left atrial appendage occlusion.
5. List the potential complications of left atrial appendage occlusion.

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