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Baqal O, Habib EA, Hasabo EA, Galasso F, Barry T, Arsanjani R, Sweeney JP, Noseworthy P, David Fortuin F. Artificial intelligence-enabled electrocardiogram (AI-ECG) does not predict atrial fibrillation following patent foramen ovale closure. IJC HEART & VASCULATURE 2024; 51:101361. [PMID: 38379633 PMCID: PMC10877678 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcha.2024.101361] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2024] [Revised: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
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Background Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a known complication following patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure. AI-enabled ECG (AI-ECG) acquired during normal sinus rhythm has been shown to identify individuals with AF by noting high-risk ECG features invisible to the human eye. We sought to characterize the value of AI-ECG in predicting AF development following PFO closure and investigate key clinical and procedural characteristics possibly associated with post-procedural AF. Methods We performed a retrospective analysis of patients who underwent PFO closure at our hospital from January 2011 to December 2022. We recorded the probability (%) of AF using the Mayo Clinic AI-ECG dashboard from pre- and post-procedure ECGs. The cut-off point of ≥ 11 %, which was found to optimally balance sensitivity and specificity in the original derivation paper (the Youden index) was used to label an AI-ECG "positive" for AF. Pre-procedural transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) and pre- and post-procedure transcranial doppler (TCD) data was also recorded. Results Out of 93 patients, 49 (53 %) were male, mean age was 55 ± 15 years with mean post-procedure follow up of 29 ± 3 months. Indication for PFO closure in 69 (74 %) patients was for secondary prevention of transient ischemic attack (TIA) and/or stroke. Twenty patients (22 %) developed paroxysmal AF post-procedure, with the majority within the first month post-procedure (15 patients, 75 %). Patients who developed AF were not significantly more likely to have a positive post-procedure AI-ECG than those who did not develop AF (30 % AF vs 27 % no AF, p = 0.8).Based on the PFO-Associated Stroke Causal Likelihood (PASCAL) classification, patients who had PFO closure for secondary prevention of TIA and/or stroke in the "possible" group were significantly more likely to develop AF than patients in "probable" and "unlikely" groups (p = 0.034). AF-developing patients were more likely to have post-procedure implantable loop recorder (ILR) (55 % vs 9.6 %, p < 0.001), and longer duration of ILR monitoring (121 vs 92.5 weeks, p = 0.035). There were no significant differences in TCD and TEE characteristics, device type, or device size between those who developed AF vs those who did not. Conclusions In this small, retrospective study, AI-ECG did not accurately distinguish patients who developed AF post-PFO closure from those who did not. Although AI-ECG has emerged as a valuable tool for risk prediction of AF, extrapolation of its performance to procedural settings such as PFO closure requires further investigation.
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- Omar Baqal
- Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ, USA
- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ, USA
- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- CORRIB Research Centre for Advanced Imaging and Core Laboratory, Clinical Science Institute, University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
- Discipline of Cardiology, Saolta Healthcare Group, Health Service Executive, Galway University Hospital, Galway, Ireland
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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Jurczyk D, Macherey-Meyer S, Rawish E, Stiermaier T, Eitel I, Frerker C, Schmidt T. New-onset atrial fibrillation after percutaneous patent foramen ovale closure: a meta-analysis. Clin Res Cardiol 2023; 112:1824-1834. [PMID: 37515604 PMCID: PMC10697880 DOI: 10.1007/s00392-023-02263-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2023] [Accepted: 06/29/2023] [Indexed: 07/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND The exact incidence and predictors of new-onset atrial fibrillation (AF) after percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale (PFO) are unknown. OBJECTIVE We sought to find post-procedural AF incidence rates and differences due to different screening strategies and devices. METHODS A systematic search was conducted in Cochrane, MEDLINE and EMBASE. Controlled trials fulfilling the inclusion criteria were included into this meta-analysis. The incidence of new-onset AF was the primary outcome. Further parameters were surveillance strategy, device type, AF treatment and neurological events. New AF was determined as early onset within one month after implantation and late thereafter. RESULTS 8 controlled trials and 16 cohort studies were eligible for quantitative analysis. 7643 patients received percutaneous PFO closure after cryptogenic stroke or transient ischaemic attack, 117 with other indications, whereas 1792 patients formed the control group. Meta-analysis of controlled trials showed an AF incidence of 5.1% in the interventional and 1.6% in the conservative arm, respectively (OR 3.17, 95% CI 1.46-6.86, P = 0.03, I2 = 55%). 4.7% received high-quality surveillance strategy with Holter-ECG or Loop recorder whereby AF incidence was overall higher compared to the low-quality group with 12-lead ECG only (3.3-15% vs. 0.2-4.3%). Heterogeneous results on time of AF onset were found, limited by different follow-up strategies. CardioSEAL and Starflex seemed to have higher AF incidences in early and late onset with 4.5% and 4.2%, respectively. CONCLUSION Percutaneous PFO closure led to higher AF post-procedural incidence compared to the conservative strategy. Heterogeneity in surveillance and follow-up strategy limited the generalizability. TRIAL REGISTRATION Registered on PROSPERO (CRD42022359945).
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- Dominik Jurczyk
- Medical Clinic II, University Heart Center Lübeck, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538, Lübeck, Germany.
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- Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Clinic III for Internal Medicine, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Medical Clinic II, University Heart Center Lübeck, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538, Lübeck, Germany
- DZHK (German Centre for Cardiovascular Research), Partner Site Hamburg/Kiel/Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Medical Clinic II, University Heart Center Lübeck, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538, Lübeck, Germany
- DZHK (German Centre for Cardiovascular Research), Partner Site Hamburg/Kiel/Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Medical Clinic II, University Heart Center Lübeck, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538, Lübeck, Germany
- DZHK (German Centre for Cardiovascular Research), Partner Site Hamburg/Kiel/Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Medical Clinic II, University Heart Center Lübeck, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538, Lübeck, Germany
- DZHK (German Centre for Cardiovascular Research), Partner Site Hamburg/Kiel/Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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- Medical Clinic II, University Heart Center Lübeck, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Ratzeburger Allee 160, 23538, Lübeck, Germany
- DZHK (German Centre for Cardiovascular Research), Partner Site Hamburg/Kiel/Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany
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Guedeney P, Laredo M, Zeitouni M, Hauguel-Moreau M, Wallet T, Elegamandji B, Alamowitch S, Crozier S, Sabben C, Deltour S, Obadia M, Benyounes N, Collet JP, Rouanet S, Hammoudi N, Silvain J, Montalescot G. Supraventricular Arrhythmia Following Patent Foramen Ovale Percutaneous Closure. JACC Cardiovasc Interv 2022; 15:2315-2322. [PMID: 36008269 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcin.2022.07.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2022] [Revised: 07/21/2022] [Accepted: 07/27/2022] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Randomized studies have reported low rates of atrial fibrillation (AF) after patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure (<6%) but have relied on patient-reported symptomatic episodes, so the true incidence and timing of AF after PFO closure remain unknown. OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to prospectively determine the incidence, timing, and determinants of supraventricular arrhythmia following PFO closure on the basis of loop recorder monitoring. METHODS Cardiac monitoring was proposed to all patients after PFO closure from June 2018 to October 2021 at a single center by means of implantable loop recorder monitoring in patients considered at higher risk for AF (age ≥ 55 years, associated cardiovascular risk factors, prior palpitations, or documented supraventricular ectopic activity) or 4-week external loop recorder monitoring in other patients. The primary endpoint was the incidence of AF, atrial flutter, or supraventricular tachycardia lasting >30 seconds within 28 days of the procedure. Determinants of the primary endpoint were assessed using a stepwise logistic regression model. RESULTS A total of 225 patients were included. The primary endpoint occurred in 47 patients (20.9%), including 13 (9.9%) and 24 (28.9%) among patients monitored with external loop recorders and implantable loop recorders, respectively. Overall, the median delay from procedure to arrhythmia was 14.0 days (IQR: 6.5-19.0 days), and one-half of these patients reported symptomatic episodes. Determinants of the primary endpoint were older age (adjusted OR: 1.67 per 10-year increase; 95% CI: 1.18-2.36), device left disc diameter ≥25 mm (adjusted OR: 2.67; 95% CI: 1.19-5.98) and male sex (adjusted OR: 4.78; 95% CI: 1.96-11.66). CONCLUSIONS Using loop recorder monitoring for ≥28 days, supraventricular arrhythmia was diagnosed in 1 in 5 patients, with a median delay of 14 days, suggesting that this postprocedural event has so far been underestimated.
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- Paul Guedeney
- Sorbonne Université, ACTION Study Group, INSERM UMRS_1166 Institut de Cardiologie, Pitié Salpêtrière (AP-HP), Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, ACTION Study Group, INSERM UMRS_1166 Institut de Cardiologie, Pitié Salpêtrière (AP-HP), Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, ACTION Study Group, INSERM UMRS_1166 Institut de Cardiologie, Pitié Salpêtrière (AP-HP), Paris, France
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- INSERM U-1018, Department of Cardiology, Ambroise Paré Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Boulogne, France
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- Sorbonne Université, ACTION Study Group, INSERM UMRS_1166 Institut de Cardiologie, Pitié Salpêtrière (AP-HP), Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, ACTION Study Group, INSERM UMRS_1166 Institut de Cardiologie, Pitié Salpêtrière (AP-HP), Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, Service des Urgences Cérébro-Vasculaires, Hôpital Pitié-Salpétrière, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, Service des Urgences Cérébro-Vasculaires, Hôpital Pitié-Salpétrière, AP-HP, Paris, France
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- Rothschild Foundation Hospital, Neurology Department, Paris, France
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- Neurology Department, Raymond-Poincaré Hospital (AP-HP), Garches, France
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- Rothschild Foundation Hospital, Neurology Department, Paris, France
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- Cardiology Department, Rothschild Foundation Hospital, Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, ACTION Study Group, INSERM UMRS_1166 Institut de Cardiologie, Pitié Salpêtrière (AP-HP), Paris, France
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- Statistician Unit, StatEthic, ACTION Study Group, Levallois-Perret, France
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- Sorbonne Université, ACTION Study Group, INSERM UMRS_1166 Institut de Cardiologie, Pitié Salpêtrière (AP-HP), Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, ACTION Study Group, INSERM UMRS_1166 Institut de Cardiologie, Pitié Salpêtrière (AP-HP), Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, ACTION Study Group, INSERM UMRS_1166 Institut de Cardiologie, Pitié Salpêtrière (AP-HP), Paris, France.
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Leclercq F, Odorico X, Marin G, Christophe Macia J, Delseny D, Agullo A, Pages L, Robert P, Lattuca B, Cayla G, Roubille F, Gaillard N, Arquizan C, Akodad M. Atrial fibrillation screening on systematic ambulatory electrocardiogram monitoring after percutaneous patent foramen ovale closure: A prospective study. IJC HEART & VASCULATURE 2021; 37:100919. [PMID: 34849392 PMCID: PMC8609133 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcha.2021.100919] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2021] [Revised: 11/02/2021] [Accepted: 11/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Incidence of atrial fibrillation (AF) following patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure is low (<5%) AF occurs early following PFO closure and is not associated with an increased risk of embolic complications. Symptomatic atrial ectopic beats are frequent following PFO closure and not associated with AF.
Background Increased risk of new-onset atrial fibrillation (AF) after patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure was observed in randomized trials without however systematic AF screening. We aimed to evaluate the incidence of AF within 6-month following PFO closure with serial 24-hour ambulatory electrocardiogram (AECG) monitoring. Methods All patients undergoing PFO closure were prospectively included in 2 centers. AF was defined as irregular rhythm without discernible P waves > 30 s on AECG at day 0, 1-month and 6-month follow-up. Primary endpoint was the incidence of AF within the study period. Secondary endpoints evaluated clinical outcomes within 6-month follow-up. Results Between February 2018 and March 2019, 62 patients underwent PFO closure including 40 male (64.5%) with a mean age of 48 ± 9.5. Atrial septal aneurysm was observed in 37 patients (64.9%), 57 patients (91.9%) received an Amplatzer Occluder device (Abbott Vascular) and 5 (8.1%) an Occlutech device (Occlutech). After a mean follow-up of 7.7 ± 2.8 months, new-onset AF occurred in 3 patients (4.8%), all within the first month following PFO closure, including one per-procedural, all were asymptomatic and paroxysmal. Two patients with AF (3.2%) required chronic oral anticoagulant therapy. No adverse outcomes occurred at follow-up. No predictive factors of AF were highlighted. A total of 16 patients (25.8%) reported palpitations without AF on the AECGs. Conclusion In highly selected patients, incidence of AF, evaluated with 3 systematic 24-hour AECG within 6-month following PFO closure, was low (<5%). Always paroxysmal, AF occurred within the first month after the procedure and was not associated with adverse outcomes.
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- Florence Leclercq
- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital of Montpellier, France
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- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital of Montpellier, France
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- Department of Medical Information, University Hospital of Montpellier, France
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- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital of Montpellier, France
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- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital of Montpellier, France
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- Department of Medical Information, University Hospital of Montpellier, France
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- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital of Montpellier, France
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- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital of Nimes, France
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- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital of Nimes, France
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- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital of Montpellier, France.,PhyMedExp INSERM U1046, University Hospital of Montpellier, France
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- Department of Neurology, University Hospital of Montpellier, France
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- Department of Cardiology, University Hospital of Montpellier, France.,PhyMedExp INSERM U1046, University Hospital of Montpellier, France
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Chen JZJ, Thijs VN. Atrial Fibrillation Following Patent Foramen Ovale Closure: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies and Clinical Trials. Stroke 2021; 52:1653-1661. [PMID: 33611943 DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.120.030293] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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- Jessie Ze-Jun Chen
- Department of Neurology, Austin Health, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia (J.Z.-J.C., V.N.T.)
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- Department of Neurology, Austin Health, Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia (J.Z.-J.C., V.N.T.).,Stroke Theme, Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, University of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (V.N.T.)
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Smietana J, Plitt A, Halperin JL. Thromboembolism in the Absence of Atrial Fibrillation. Am J Cardiol 2019; 124:303-311. [PMID: 31060729 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2019.04.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2019] [Revised: 03/30/2019] [Accepted: 04/04/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Atrial fibrillation (AF) is associated with thrombus formation in the left atrial appendage and systemic embolic events including ischemic stroke. Cardiogenic thromboembolism can also occur in the absence of clinical AF as a result of various pathological conditions affecting the endocardium. The inconsistent temporal relation between AF and ischemic events has stimulated exploration for factors other than clinical AF that contribute to thromboembolism. These include subclinical AF, a thrombogenic atrial cardiomyopathy, and left atrial appendage dysfunction and embolism from other sources. In conclusion, thromboembolism during normal sinus rhythm is likely multifactorial, involving intertwined pathologic processes. Patients at risk, if accurately identified, could theoretically benefit from anticoagulation.
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- Jeffrey Smietana
- The Cardiovascular Institute, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, New York
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- The Cardiovascular Institute, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, New York
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- The Cardiovascular Institute, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, New York.
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Alvarez C, Siddiqui WJ, Aggarwal S, Hasni SF, Hankins S, Eisen H. Reduced Stroke After Transcatheter Patent Foramen Ovale Closure: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Am J Med Sci 2018; 356:103-113. [PMID: 30219151 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjms.2018.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2018] [Revised: 03/28/2018] [Accepted: 04/05/2018] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Recent randomized control trials (RCTs) have suggested benefit with transcatheter patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure plus antiplatelet therapy over medical treatment alone for secondary stroke prevention. MATERIAL AND METHODS Data sources: we searched PubMed and Ovid MEDLINE from the inception until November 10, 2017 for RCTs comparing TPFO closure to medical therapy in patients with a PFO and a history of cryptogenic stroke. RESULTS Five RCTs with 3,627 patients (TPFO closure = 1,829 versus medical therapy =1,798) were included. There was a decreased number of post-TPFO closure strokes compared to the medical therapy arm; 53 versus 80 strokes (odds ratio [OR] = 0.61, CI: 0.39-0.94, P = 0.03, I2 = 17%). Transient ischemic attacks occurred in 43 patients after TPFO closure versus 60 patients in the medical therapy group (OR = 0.80, CI: 0.53-1.19, P = 0.26, I2 = 0%). There was a higher incidence of atrial fibrillation in the TPFO closure group, which occurred in 75 patients, compared to 12 patients in the medical therapy group (OR = 5.23, CI: 2.17-12.59, P = 0.0002, I2 = 43%). There was a trend toward a decreased number of neuropsychiatric events in the TPFO closure closure group compared to the medical therapy group; 42 versus 67 neuropsychiatric events (OR = 0.71, CI: 0.48-1.06, P = 0.09, I2 = 0%). CONCLUSIONS TPFO closure plus antiplatelet therapy is superior to medical therapy in patients with a PFO and cryptogenic stroke. PFO closure is associated with new-onset atrial fibrillation and a trend toward reduced neuropsychiatric events.
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- Chikezie Alvarez
- Internal Medical Department, Seton Hall University, St. Francis Medical Center, Trenton, New Jersey.
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- Department of Cardiology, Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Department of Cardiology, Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Cardiology, Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Department of Cardiology, Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Cardiology, Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Department of Cardiology, Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Cardiology, Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Department of Cardiology, Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Cardiology, Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Department of Cardiology, Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Schulze V, Lin Y, Karathanos A, Brockmeyer M, Zeus T, Polzin A, Perings S, Kelm M, Wolff G. Patent foramen ovale closure or medical therapy for cryptogenic ischemic stroke: an updated meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Clin Res Cardiol 2018; 107:745-755. [DOI: 10.1007/s00392-018-1224-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2018] [Accepted: 02/26/2018] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Jorfida M, Antolini M, Cerrato E, Caprioli MG, Castagno D, Garrone P, Budano C, Cerrato P, Gaita F. Cryptogenic ischemic stroke and prevalence of asymptomatic atrial fibrillation: a prospective study. J Cardiovasc Med (Hagerstown) 2017; 17:863-869. [PMID: 25379716 DOI: 10.2459/jcm.0000000000000181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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BACKGROUND Atrial fibrillation is responsible for up to one-third of ischemic strokes, and is also associated with silent cerebral infarctions and transient ischemic attacks (TIAs). The self-terminating and often asymptomatic nature of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF) may lead to its underdiagnosis. A continuous and long-term heart rhythm monitoring can be useful in unmasking PAF episodes. OBJECTIVE Prevalence of asymptomatic PAF in patients suffering a cryptogenic stroke, at risk for atrial fibrillation but without any history of arrhythmia or palpitations, using a continuous electrocardiographic monitoring. METHODS One hundred and forty-two consecutive patients were admitted to the Stroke Unit of 'Città della Salute e della Scienza' Hospital of Turin between June 2010 and March 2013 and discharged with the diagnosis of ischemic cryptogenic stroke. Sixty fulfilled predefined inclusion criteria. Follow-up was carried on and completed for the 54 patients who consented to implantable loop recorder (ILR) implantation. After ILR implantation, trans-telephonic data were collected monthly. RESULTS Atrial fibrillation episodes lasting more than 5 min were recorded in 25 patients (46%), median detection time was 5.4 months (range 1-18) and median duration of atrial fibrillation episodes was 20 h (range 7 min-8 days) with 19 patients (76%) remaining asymptomatic and the others experiencing weakness and dyspnoea but not palpitations. CONCLUSION Long-term heart rhythm monitoring is successful in unmasking silent atrial fibrillation in 46% of patients suffering a cryptogenic stroke with concomitant atrial fibrillation risk factors, but without history of arrhythmia or palpitations.
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- Marcella Jorfida
- aDivision of Cardiology, Cardiovascular and Thoracic Department, 'Città della Salute e della Scienza' Hospital and Department of Medical Sciences bStroke Unit, 'Città della Salute e della Scienza' Hospital and University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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Noble S, Bonvini RF, Rigamonti F, Sztajzel R, Perren F, Meyer P, Müller H, Roffi M. Percutaneous PFO closure for cryptogenic stroke in the setting of a systematic cardiac and neurological screening and a standardised follow-up protocol. Open Heart 2017; 4:e000475. [PMID: 28123762 PMCID: PMC5255557 DOI: 10.1136/openhrt-2016-000475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2016] [Revised: 09/13/2016] [Accepted: 10/07/2016] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Background There are no uniform workup and follow-up (FU) protocols for patients presenting with cryptogenic embolism (CE) who undergo percutaneous closure of a patent foramen ovale (PFO). Methods We prospectively performed a systematic cardiac and neurological FU protocol in all patients who underwent percutaneous PFO closure in order to assess the incidence of subsequent cardiac and neurological adverse events. All patients received dual antiplatelet therapy for 6 months and were systematically included in a 12-month standardised FU protocol including: clinical evaluation—transthoracic and transoesophageal echocardiography, 24-hour Holter monitoring and/or 1-week R-test, and transcranial Doppler. Late FU (>12 months) was performed by reviewing medical records. Results Over a 10-year period, 221 consecutive patients underwent PFO closure for CE and 217 of them (98%) completed the 12-month FU. Ischaemic event recurrence at 12-month and late FU (mean time 69±35 months, median time 65 months, Q1:38 months, Q3:98 months) was observed in 6 (2.8%) and 3 patients (1.4%), respectively. The initial diagnosis of CE was reconsidered in 17 cases (7.8%), as the clinical and paraclinical FU exams showed possible alternative aetiologies for the initial event: 13 patients (6.0%) presented at least 1 episode of atrial fibrillation, while in 4 cases (1.8%) a non-ischaemic origin of the initial symptoms was identified. Conclusions Alternative diagnoses explaining the initial symptoms are rarely detected with an in-depth screening for alternative diagnoses before PFO closure. Despite extensive screening, atrial fibrillation is the most frequently observed alternative aetiology for cryptogenic stroke.
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- Stéphane Noble
- Cardiology Division , University Hospital , Geneva , Switzerland
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- Cardiology Division , University Hospital , Geneva , Switzerland
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- Cardiology Division , University Hospital , Geneva , Switzerland
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- Neurology Department , University Hospital , Geneva , Switzerland
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- Neurology Department, Neurosonology Unit , University Hospital , Geneva , Switzerland
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- Cardiology Division , University Hospital , Geneva , Switzerland
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- Cardiology Division , University Hospital , Geneva , Switzerland
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- Cardiology Division , University Hospital , Geneva , Switzerland
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Mirzaali M, Dooley M, Wynne D, Cooter N, Lee L, Haworth P, Saha R, Gainsborough N, Hildick-Smith D. Patent foramen ovale closure following cryptogenic stroke or transient ischaemic attack: Long-term follow-up of 301 cases. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv 2015; 86:1078-84. [DOI: 10.1002/ccd.26080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2015] [Accepted: 05/24/2015] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Mikaeil Mirzaali
- Department of Accident and Emergency; Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals; Brighton United Kingdom
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- Department of Cardiology; Sussex Cardiac Centre, Brighton and Sussex University Hospital; Brighton United Kingdom
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- Department of Cardiology; Sussex Cardiac Centre, Brighton and Sussex University Hospital; Brighton United Kingdom
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- Department of Cardiology; Sussex Cardiac Centre, Brighton and Sussex University Hospital; Brighton United Kingdom
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- Department of Cardiology; Sussex Cardiac Centre, Brighton and Sussex University Hospital; Brighton United Kingdom
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- Department of Cardiology; Sussex Cardiac Centre, Brighton and Sussex University Hospital; Brighton United Kingdom
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- Department of Neurology; Brighton and Sussex University Hospital; Brighton United Kingdom
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- Department of Elderly Medicine; Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals; Brighton United Kingdom
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- Department of Cardiology; Sussex Cardiac Centre, Brighton and Sussex University Hospital; Brighton United Kingdom
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Knerr M, Bertog S, Vaskelyte L, Hofmann I, Sievert H. Results of percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale with the GORE®septal occluder. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv 2014; 83:1144-51. [DOI: 10.1002/ccd.25336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2013] [Revised: 11/11/2013] [Accepted: 11/27/2013] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Meike Knerr
- CardioVascular Center, Seckbacher Landstraße 65, 60389; Frankfurt Germany
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- CardioVascular Center, Seckbacher Landstraße 65, 60389; Frankfurt Germany
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- CardioVascular Center, Seckbacher Landstraße 65, 60389; Frankfurt Germany
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- CardioVascular Center, Seckbacher Landstraße 65, 60389; Frankfurt Germany
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- CardioVascular Center, Seckbacher Landstraße 65, 60389; Frankfurt Germany
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Mirzada N, Ladenvall P, Hansson PO, Johansson MC, Furenäs E, Eriksson P, Dellborg M. Seven-year follow-up of percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CARDIOLOGY. HEART & VESSELS 2013; 1:32-36. [PMID: 29450155 PMCID: PMC5801002 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijchv.2013.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2013] [Accepted: 11/01/2013] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
Abstract
Background Observational studies favor percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale (PFO) over medical treatment to reduce recurrent stroke while randomized trials fail to demonstrate significant superiority of percutaneous PFO closure. Few long-term studies are available post PFO closure. This study reports long-term clinical outcomes after percutaneous PFO closure. Methods Between 1997 and 2006, 86 consecutive eligible patients with cerebrovascular events, presumably related to PFO, underwent percutaneous PFO closure. All 86 patients were invited to a long-term follow-up, which was carried out during 2011 and 2012. Results Percutaneous PFO closure was successfully performed in 85 of 86 patients. The follow-up rate was 100%. No cardiovascular or cerebrovascular deaths occurred. Two patients (both women) died from lung cancer during follow-up. Follow-up visits were conducted for 64 patients and the remaining 20 patients were followed up by phone. The mean follow-up time was 7.3 years (5 to 12.4 years). Mean age at PFO closure was 49 years. One patient had a minor stroke one month after PFO closure and a transient ischemic attack (TIA) two years afterwards. One other patient suffered from a TIA six years after closure. No long-term device-related complications were observed. Conclusions Percutaneous PFO closure was associated with very low risk of recurrent stroke and is suitable in most patients. We observed no mortality and no long-term device-related complications related to PFO closure, indicating that percutaneous PFO closure is a safe and efficient treatment even in the long term.
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- Naqibullah Mirzada
- GUCH Centre, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Östra, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Institute of Medicine, Dept. of Molecular and Clinical Medicine/Cardiology, The Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg
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- GUCH Centre, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Östra, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Institute of Medicine, Dept. of Molecular and Clinical Medicine/Cardiology, The Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg
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- GUCH Centre, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Östra, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Institute of Medicine, Dept. of Molecular and Clinical Medicine/Cardiology, The Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg
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- GUCH Centre, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Östra, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Institute of Medicine, Dept. of Molecular and Clinical Medicine/Cardiology, The Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg
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- GUCH Centre, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Östra, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Institute of Medicine, Dept. of Molecular and Clinical Medicine/Cardiology, The Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg
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- GUCH Centre, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Östra, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Institute of Medicine, Dept. of Molecular and Clinical Medicine/Cardiology, The Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg
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- GUCH Centre, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Östra, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Institute of Medicine, Dept. of Molecular and Clinical Medicine/Cardiology, The Sahlgrenska Academy at University of Gothenburg
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Thaler DE, Wahl A. Critique of Closure or Medical Therapy for Cryptogenic Stroke With Patent Foramen Ovale. Stroke 2012; 43:3147-9. [DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.112.659599] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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- David E. Thaler
- From the Department of Neurology, Tufts Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA (D.E.T.); Department of Cardiology, Swiss Cardiovascular Center Bern/University Hospital, Bern, Switzerland (A.W.)
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- From the Department of Neurology, Tufts Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA (D.E.T.); Department of Cardiology, Swiss Cardiovascular Center Bern/University Hospital, Bern, Switzerland (A.W.)
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Stanczak LJ, Bertog SC, Wunderlich N, Franke J, Sievert H. PFO closure with the Premere PFO closure device: acute results and follow-up of 263 patients. EUROINTERVENTION 2012; 8:345-51. [DOI: 10.4244/eijv8i3a53] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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