Serving the Lowcountry and Coastal Empire of Georgia and South Carolina.
At SouthCoast, we specialize in Transcatheter Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure— a minimally invasive procedure designed to help reduce the risk of stroke in select patients with a history of cryptogenic stroke (stroke of unknown cause).
A PFO is a small hole between the upper chambers of the heart that failed to close naturally after birth. While often harmless, in some people, it can allow blood clots to bypass the lungs (where they’d normally be filtered out) and travel to the brain, increasing the risk of stroke.
Using a thin catheter inserted through a vein in the leg, a small, umbrella-like device is guided to the heart and placed over the PFO. The device immediately seals the opening and allows the heart tissue to heal around it naturally over time — all without open-heart surgery.
Our experienced structural heart team uses advanced imaging to precisely guide the procedure, ensuring the highest standard of safety and care.
PFO closure is typically recommended for patients who’ve experienced a stroke with no known cause and have been diagnosed with a PFO. If you’ve had a stroke and your neurologist or cardiologist has identified a PFO, this procedure may be the next step in your treatment plan.
At SouthCoast, we combine cutting-edge cardiovascular technology with compassionate, individualized care. Our goal is to protect your health, minimize your risk of future strokes, and help you get back to living life with confidence.
Learn more about Transcatheter PFO Closure and whether it’s right for you. Contact our team today to schedule a personalized evaluation.
SouthCoast Health has 120 physicians and medical professionals in 18 locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, Rincon, Baxley, Hinesville, and Statesboro.
