Question 1
What surgical technique involves a clip outside the heart for appendage occlusion?
Question 2
Which of the following conditions is NOT listed as influencing stroke risk in Afib patients?
Question 3
At what age does Atrial Fibrillation become more prevalent?
Question 4
Which of the following is a risk factor for stroke in Afib patients?
Question 5
What primarily characterizes Atrial Fibrillation?
Question 6
What is a significant advantage of newer NOACs over traditional options like Warfarin?
Question 7
What diagnostic tool is primarily used for identifying Afib?
Question 8
Who participates in the decision-making team for Afib treatment approaches at Hopkins?
Question 9
What are NOACs in the context of Afib treatment?
Question 10
How does Afib affect the risk of stroke?
Question 11
What is the purpose of appendage occlusion in Afib treatment?
Question 12
How often should anticoagulation therapy be reconsidered in an Afib patient with a stroke risk of 2% per year?
Question 13
What is the estimated prevalence of Afib in adults by age 80?
Question 14
For which patients might a plug approach be preferred in Afib treatment?
Question 15
What technique is used to insert a plug inside the heart for appendage occlusion?