Atrial Fibrillation – Left Atrial Appendage Closure
Atrial Fibrillation – Left Atrial Appendage Closure
Atrial fibrillation is a relatively common type of abnormal heartbeat, which is usually irregular and often rapid. In this disorder, the atria (the two upper chambers of the heart) beat out of rhythm and not in coordination with the ventricles (the two lower chambers of the heart). It can be an occasional or persistent condition. While atrial fibrillation is not typically life-threatening, it is a serious medical condition that can put you at higher risk for heart failure, stroke, and other cardiac complications.
At Sheba Medical Center, atrial fibrillation is treated at The Eli and Zohara Davidai Arrhythmia Center, the largest and most cutting-edge cardiac facility in the country. Our unit features a modern Atrial Fibrillation Center, where world-class physicians provide individualized care to every patient, offering a wide range of advanced treatments for heart problems.

What are the treatment options?
There are two primary treatment goals for atrial fibrillation – resetting the heart rate and/or preventing blood clots. Depending on how long you’ve had the condition, the specific cause of your disorder, and the severity of your symptoms, Sheba’s doctors will determine which treatment methods are most suitable. We will evaluate your case thoroughly to recommend the most effective personalized therapy.
Resetting the heart rhythm or controlling the heart rate
Doctors may be able to use a procedure called cardioversion to reset your heart to its regular rhythm. The underlying cause of your condition will determine whether or not this therapy is warranted.
Preventing blood clots
Anticoagulants – Medications to thin the blood may be prescribed, such as Eliquis, Xarelto, Pradaxa or Coumadin. These drugs can reduce the risk of stroke, yet they are also associated with an increased risk of other health problems, such as internal bleeding. Therefore, they are not always suitable, depending on your personal medical history and condition.
Left atrial appendage closure – The left atrial appendage is where blood clots tend to develop and break off to enter the bloodstream. By implanting a small basket-shaped device into this area of the heart, blood clots that may form are caught and stopped from travelling to other organs. Studies have determined that these devices are safe for many atrial fibrillation patients who cannot take anticoagulants.
Why choose Sheba for left atrial appendage closure in Israel?
The cardiac team at The Eli and Zohara Davidai Arrhythmia Center at Sheba comprises top doctors in the field who have trained in leading hospitals around the world. Our medical experts include arrhythmia specialists and imaging professionals who have extensive experience in performing left atrial appendage closure.
Established recently, our Atrial Fibrillation Center is equipped with state-of-the-art technologies, enabling us to provide the most advanced therapies to enhance cardiac function efficacy. We are proud to offer patients at risk of heart failure with efficient treatments and an improved quality of life.
We understand the physical and emotional stress that receiving treatment for a cardiac condition places on every patient and their family. To enable the smoothest, most comfortable treatment process for every individual, we assign a personal medical coordinator from our International Medical Tourism Division to provide assistance throughout every step of the comprehensive, integrative care at Sheba.
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