Oral Anticoagulation vs Left Atrial Appendage Closure After AF Ablation (OPTION Trial)

Dr. Saliba and Dr. Wazni discuss the challenges of patients who would like to stop anticoagulation after atrial fibrillation ablation. The OPTION study is a research trial looking at the safety and effectiveness of the WATCHMAN device used for left atrial appendage closure vs. oral anticoagulants in patients with non valvular atrial fibrillation.