The woman who had no concerning medical history was in for a shock when doctors found a tumor inside her heart.

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Left atrial appendage occlusion is a generally safe and effective procedure to lower the risk of stroke in people with atrial fibrillation. It closes or blocks off the left atrial appendage of the ...

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Surgical occlusion of the left atrial appendage has been hypothesized to prevent ischemic stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation, but this has not been proved. The procedure can be performed ...

Atrial fibrillation is a common heart condition characterized by a rapid, irregular heartbeat stemming from the heart's upper chamber. It is a leading cause of stroke from clots that form in a small ...