Publication Type : Journal Article
Thematic Areas : Medical Sciences
Publisher : Springer
Source : Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Springer, 2021;37(4):467-468. doi:10.1007/s12055-021-01154-9
Url : https://doi.org/10.1007/s12055-021-01154-9
Keywords : embolism, Left atrial clot, Stroke
Campus : Kochi
School : School of Medicine
Department : C. V. T. S.
Year : 2021
Abstract : Left atrial clots are occasionally seen in patients with long-standing atrial fibrillation who come for valve surgery. Once identified on echocardiogram, intraoperative identification and retrieval of the clot are essential in order to prevent the possibly devastating complication of embolism and stroke.
Cite this Research Publication : Dr. Praveen Varma, Kirun Gopal, and Vanga, S. Babu, “Disappearing left atrial appendage clot—the need for a more meticulous search”, Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Springer, 2021;37(4):467-468. doi:10.1007/s12055-021-01154-9