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This educational video is the third in a four-part series on embolic stroke of undetermined source (ESUS) and the importance of patent foramen ovale (PFO) in ESUS aetiology and management.

After completing this activity, continue to build your knowledge on ESUS by watching:

• Part 4: General Practice and the ESUS patient

Sponsor: This activity is sponsored by Abbott Medical.  

Learning Outcomes

1. List the medical and surgical treatment options of a PFO related to ESUS
2. Outline the patient factors and medical evidence that informs the decision to offer a patient PFO occlusion
3. Describe what a PFO occluder is
4. Explain the PFO occlusion procedures, their risks, benefits and postoperative recovery
5. Illustrate the role of the GP in participating in a multidisciplinary team as it collaborates with the patient before, during and after PFO occlusion therapy.

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