Risk of Ischaemic Stroke After Pulmonary Embolism in Patients With and Without Patent Foramen Ovale

Risk of Ischaemic Stroke After Pulmonary Embolism in Patients With and Without Patent Foramen Ovale (29BRC21.0082)

stroke's risk is increased in patients with pulmonary embolism and PFO compared to patients without PFO. Does this increased risk persist years after pulmonary embolism ?

324 patients included in EPIC-FOP study (2009 to 2015) were followed annually to collect data about the recurrence of VTE, cardiovascular events and treatments.

Inclusion Criteria:

• patients included in EPIC-FOP study

Exclusion Criteria:

• refusal to participate