Heart pouch closure device shows promise for stroke prevention in AF patients
Disease control
Completed
This study tested a device called the Amplatzer Amulet that closes a small pouch in the heart (left atrial appendage) in people with atrial fibrillation who are at high risk for stroke. The goal was to see if the device is safe and works well over time. 104 adults from Southeast …
Sponsor: Sarawak Heart Centre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC