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25 paź 2022 · A patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a hole in the heart that may increase the risk of stroke or migraine. Learn how it's diagnosed with echocardiogram tests and how it can be treated with medicines or procedures.
19 maj 2022 · Patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a vestigial congenital cardiovascular structure present in around 25% of adults. In most cases, PFO is entirely benign and requires no treatment. However, it may cause serious complications under certain circumstances.
19 maj 2022 · These evidence-based guidelines and accompanying technical review aim to support patients, clinicians, and other stakeholders in decisions about management of PFO.
12 wrz 2022 · The management of patent foramen ovale is made by an interprofessional team that consists of a pediatrician, cardiologist, interventional radiologist, and a cardiac surgeon. The decision to treat depends on the presence of symptoms, size, and presence of complications.
Learn about PFO, a small hole between the heart chambers that may let blood clots travel to the brain and cause stroke. Find out how to diagnose and treat PFO with medications, catheter or surgery.
8 lut 2022 · Patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a common finding, reported in approximately 10% of people undergoing contrast echo. Usually asymptomatic but may be associated with cryptogenic stroke. Atrial septal aneurysm is a risk factor for PFO, and when present in combination is associated with an increased risk of cerebrovascular accident (CVA).
Patent foramen ovale closure, antiplatelet therapy or anticoagulation in patients with patent foramen ovale and cryptogenic stroke: A systematic review and network meta-analysis incorporating complementary external evidence
