LAA occlusion

Original Contribution

Improved Algorithm for Ostium Size Assessment in Watchman Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion Using Three-Dimensional Echocardiography

06/27/2017

Maximilian Schmidt-Salzmann, MD^1*; Felix Meincke, MD^1*; Felix Kreidel, MD¹; Tobias Spangenberg, MD¹; Alexander Ghanem, MD, PhD^1,2; Karl-Heinz Kuck, MD, PhD¹; Martin W. Bergmann, MD, PhD³

Maximilian Schmidt-Salzmann, MD1*; F...

Correct sizing of the ostium is a crucial step in left atrial appendage occlusion procedures. We hypothesize that area-derived and perimeter-derived diameters from 3D transesophageal echocardiogram can facilitate this step of the procedure.

Correct sizing of the ostium is...

06/27/2017

Journal of Invasive Cardiology