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Imaging recommendation · Cardiac

Cryptogenic stroke, source of embolism

Recommended: TEE with bubble study is the preferred imaging study for cryptogenic stroke, source of embolism. Identifies PFO, LAA thrombus, aortic atheroma, valve vegetation.

Recommended study

TEE with bubble study

US No contrast Preferred Cardiac Acute inpatient Reviewed

Identifies PFO, LAA thrombus, aortic atheroma, valve vegetation. PFO closure if high-risk features.

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