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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editors-In-Chief: Priyamvada Singh, M.B.B.S. [2]; Assistant Editor-In-Chief: Kristin Feeney, B.S. [3]
Synonyms and Keywords: patent foramen, PFO, probe patent PFO
Overview
Historical Perspective
Anatomy
Pathophysiology
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History & Symptoms | Physical Examination |Lab Tests | Electrocardiogram | Chest X Ray | MRI | CT | Echocardiography
Treatment
- Medical Theapy: Medical therapy
- Surgical: Percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale|Post-surgical follow up|Post-surgical complications