Morphology and location of thrombus and sludge in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation
Abstract Background Stroke and thromboembolism in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF) primarily arise from thrombi or sludge in the left atrial appendage (LAA). Comprehensive insight into the characteristics of these formations is essential for effective risk assessment and management. Methods We...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2024-07-01
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Series: | BMC Cardiovascular Disorders |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12872-024-04073-w |