Clinical Impact of Residual Leaks Following Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion: Insights from the NCDR-LAAO Registry - JCEP June 2022

Clinical Impact of Residual Leaks Following Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion: Insights from the NCDR-LAAO Registry - JCEP June 2022 is organized by American College of Cardiology (ACC).,Date of Release: June 20, 2022,Term of Approval/Date of CME/MOC/ECME Expiration: June 19, 2023,Description:,Small (0-5mm) leaks after LAAO were associated with higher incidences of thromboembolic and bleeding events; large leaks (>5mm) were not associated with adverse events although higher proportions of these patients were maintained on anticoagulation. Newer devices with improved seals might mitigate the events associated with residual leaks post-LAAO.,Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.