Depends: If you are young and relatively healthy then you should survive a surgical procedure. Anticoagulation may also be an option to prevent stroke. My best recommendation however is to get a second and perhaps third opinion first and then make up your mind. You may be surprised by the differences of opinon. Make sure that the hospital and doctor where the surgery is has a good rating.
Answered 8/2/2012
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Yes: Due to young age to avoid anticoagulent treatment it is better to close it.
Answered 8/15/2012
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TIa vs PFO: If you pfo patent foramen ovale or atrial septal defect is the cause of your TIA then it should be closed to prevent further episodes. It is all the more likely you should close it as you had an event.
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