Abbreviations:
ACT: activated clotting time
AF: atrial fibrillation
DAPT: dual anti-platelet therapy
DOAC: Direct oral anticoagulant
GIB: gastrointestinal bleed
HU: Hounsfield unit
IRB: Institutional Review board
LAA: Left atrial appendage
OAC: oral anticoagulation
TEE: Trans-esophageal echo