AFib stroke prevention - Left atrial appendage closure in Guadalajara - Cardiologist

Left atrial appendage closure is a procedure performed to help prevent the formation of blood clots and reduce the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation who cannot take blood thinners. The procedure involves implanting a device that seals the heart’s left atrial appendage to prevent clot formation.

Common causes

Patients with kidney or liver diseases are advised to avoid blood thinners and may opt for surgery to treat atrial fibrillation.

Treatments and procedures

Open heart surgery

During the surgical technique, the left atrial appendage is closed using stitches, surgical staples, or by removing the appendage completely. This option is usually performed while the patient is already undergoing another heart operation, such as bypass surgery or valve repair.

Minimally invasive

The minimally invasive option involves inserting a catheter through a vein in the groin and guiding it to the heart. Once positioned correctly, a closure device is placed inside the appendage to seal it and reduce the risk of clot formation.

The cardiologist in Guadalajara provides specialized care for left atrial appendage closure. The cardiologist and his team use minimally invasive techniques that allow patients to recover and return to their daily activities in a short time after the procedure.

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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.

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