AFib stroke prevention - Left atrial appendage closure in Ciudad Juárez - Cardiologist

Left atrial appendage closure is a procedure performed to seal the left atrial appendage, preventing blood from pooling and forming clots that could lead to a stroke or other cardiovascular complications.

Common causes

This treatment is applied to patients with atrial fibrillation when their body does not tolerate or respond effectively to blood thinners.

Treatments and procedures

Open heart surgery

With the surgical approach, the left atrial appendage is sealed by stitching, stapling, or removing the structure entirely. This procedure is often carried out at the same time as another heart surgery, such as coronary artery bypass grafting or heart valve repair or replacement.

Minimally invasive

In the minimally invasive method, a catheter is inserted through a vein, typically in the groin, and carefully guided to the heart. Once it reaches the left atrial appendage, a specialized device is deployed to close it and prevent clot formation.

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Approximate times

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	Procedure	Hospital stay	Home recovery	Total
Surgery	1 - 4 hrs.	3 - 7 days	4 weeks	12 weeks

Surgery

Procedure: 1 - 4 hrs.
Hospital stay: 3 - 7 days
Home recovery: 4 weeks
Total: 12 weeks

Note: Time may vary according to the specific patient procedure. All cases and treatments are different. For diagnosis and information contact one of our top clinics.

After surgery

On left atrial appendage closure (LAAC), out of town patients are cleared to fly after 3 weeks of surgery, and follow-ups can be scheduled with the cardiovascular surgeon face-to-face or virtually.

Note: Follow-ups can be arranged as face-to-face or virtually. If needed, you can go to your primary care physician to remove sutures or get medication adjustments.

For estimates, please contact the clinic to request a consultation.

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