Thoracoscopic Left Atrial Appendage Closure With an AtriClip

This video demonstrates a totally thoracoscopic procedure for left atrial appendage closure in a patient with a contraindication to percutaneous left atrial appendage closure. The procedure highlights the videoscopic approach, procedural details, and postoperative echocardiographic control.

Suggested Reading

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