Mechanism and management of leaks arising after left atrial appendage closure (LAAC)

This article reviews the latest available data in regard to the diagnosis, management, and intervention of both central and peri-device leaks that arise after left atrial appendage closure (LAAC). The aim of this article is to have a better understanding of both addressing leaks arising after LAAC, and which interventions and closure methods are best served for each type of residual leak based on etiology, size, and operator experience.

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This article reviews the latest available data on the diagnosis, management, and intervention of central and peri-device leaks that occur after left atrial appendage closure. The aim is to gain a better understanding of addressing these leaks and determining the most suitable interventions and closure methods based on their cause, size, and operator experience.