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

Left atrial appendage closure is an advanced cardiac procedure for AFib stroke prevention. The device seals the appendage, preventing blood clots without long-term blood thinners.

Common causes

This treatment is ideal for patients with non-valvular AFib who face bleeding risks from blood thinners, providing a safe and effective stroke prevention alternative.

Treatments and procedures

Open heart surgery

During open-heart procedures like bypass or valve surgery, the appendage can be closed directly using sutures, staples, or surgical removal to reduce future cardiovascular risks.

Minimally invasive

Guided through a vein via catheterization, the closure device seals the appendage without open-heart surgery, ensuring high precision, low complication rates, and faster recovery.

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Contact the cardiologist in Querétaro to inquire about the left atrial appendage closure procedure. A personalized evaluation can help determine the best strategy to protect your heart health

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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