Atrial fibrillation (AF) is one of the commonest causes of stroke (particularly debilitating stroke). Thromboembolism usually occurs when thrombus is dislodged from the left atrial appendage (LAA). It is estimated that 90% of emboli in patients with AF come from the left atrial appendage.
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