Module 4 · In development
Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion
Stroke and bleeding risk assessment, appendage anatomy on CT and TEE, transseptal access, device sizing and release criteria, post-implant antithrombotic therapy and surveillance imaging across available occluders.
This module is in development. Teaching content, quizzes and the case will appear after clinical writing and independent review. The objectives below are drafts and may change.
Draft learning objectives
At the end of this module, learners will be able to:
- Identify patients for whom appendage occlusion is a reasonable alternative to long-term oral anticoagulation.
- Measure appendage ostium, landing zone and depth on CT and TEE, and relate them to device sizing.
- Apply release criteria for position, anchoring, size and seal.
- Recognize device-related thrombus, peri-device leak and pericardial effusion, and outline their management.