Atrial septal defect closure in a young patient presenting with recurrent cryptogenic stroke: a case report
Abstract Background Having an inter-atrial shunt in the form of a patent foramen ovale or atrial septal defect increases the risk of developing cryptogenic stroke. Prompt action is required in order to prevent stroke recurrence. The source of embolization may not be clear on stroke workup. Case pres...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2020-07-01
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Series: | Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13019-020-01220-0 |