Robotic left atrial appendage ligation: a safe strategy for a frail octogenarian with recurrent bleeding

Multimedia Manual of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery 2026

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Authors: Robinson Poffo, Henry Eiji Toma, Sergio Augusto Fudaba Curcio, Albert Salviano dos Santos, Francisco Ferrier, Alessandra Joslin Oliveira, Alisson Parrilha Tosch, Renato Bastos Pope
DOI: 10.1510/mmcts.2025.162
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Abstract

Atrial fibrillation remains a challenging condition to treat, especially in older patients with multiple comorbidities. Anticoagulation may lead to life-threatening bleeding and therefore might not be possible in high-risk patients. We report the case of a successful robotic-assisted left atrial appendage closure in such a patient, which proved to be an effective treatment strategy and provided a rapid recovery.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes Cardiac tumors and thrombi Pericarditis and Cardiac Tamponade

Publication details

Journal / source
Multimedia Manual of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
Publisher
European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS Publishing Ltd)
Volume
2026
Publication date
28 January 2026
Language
EN