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What is the purpose of closing the PFO?

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What is the purpose of closing the PFO?

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The ONLY indication for closure of the PFO is for stroke prevention. If you meet criteria for closure, you have had a stroke or TIA (transient ischemic attacks, “mini strokes”). The reason for closure is to reduce your stroke risk from 20% to less than 1% with transcatheter closure of the PFO.

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