Nature

Resolution of migraine headaches after transcatheter closure of patent foramen ovale

Several studies have demonstrated a strong association between patent foramen ovale (PFO) and migraine headache with aura (MHA). Preliminary data have shown substantial improvements in MHA severity ...
Medscape

First in-human percutaneous closure of PFO without implant

Frankfurt, Germany - A new study shows that transcatheter closure of patent foramen ovale (PFO) using radiofrequency energy rather than implanting a device is feasible and safe in humans [1]. However, ...
Medscape

Transcatheter PFO and ASD closure safe and effective, aided by intracardiac ultrasound guidance

Rochester, MN - A new case series of patients with a previous stroke suggests that transcatheter device closure of patent foramen ovale (PFO) and atrial septal defect (ASD) is safe and eliminated ...
TCTMD

TCT 1344: Second Transcatheter Occluder Implantation for Patent Foramen Ovale Closure With Mixed Reality Support

TCT 1403: Use of the “Tootsie Roll Technique” to Occlude an Aortic Annular Pseudoaneurysm and Paravalvular Leak After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Receive the the latest news, research, and ...
Healio

FDA approves PFO occlusion device for reduction of recurrent stroke risk

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . St. Jude Medical announced the FDA approved its transcatheter device for occlusion of patent foramen ovale. The ...