2025 Scientific Sessions

Universal Solution or Therapeutic Overreach? Should LAAO Be the Default Approach for Stroke Prevention in All Atrial Fibrillation Patients?

Presenter

Karim Al-Azizi, M.D., FSCAI, Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano, Plano, TX
Karim Al-Azizi, M.D., FSCAI, Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano, Plano, TX

Learning Objectives:
  1. Discuss whether or not LAAO is as effective as anticoagulation
  2. Review SCAI guideline document on LAAO
  3. Speculations on Champion trial /catalyst trial