Review
Open access
Aug 2026
Patent foramen ovale-associated stroke: Historical evolution, clinical presentations, randomized trials, and closure strategies
This review summarizes the current understanding of PFO-associated stroke, including pathophysiology, clinical presentation, randomized evidence, treatment strategies, and future directions, including emerging evidence on head-to-head device comparison and bioresorbable closure technology.
Abdallah G. Aloteiby, Baker M. Ayyash, Z. Hijazi
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