Closing the Gap: A New Solution for Migraine Relief

Nancy Bui experienced small strokes due to a hole in her heart, allowing clots to reach her brain. Doctors found these clots might also cause migraines. A mesh plug procedure sealed her heart, stopping her migraines. The 45-minute procedure is done under local anesthesia. Preliminary studies show it stops migraines in about half of the patients.

What condition did Nancy Bui experience that led to the discovery of her heart issue?

What is the significance of the hole between the right and left side of Nancy's heart?

How did the procedure to seal Nancy's heart affect her migraines?

Describe the procedure used to correct Nancy's heart problem.

What do preliminary studies suggest about the effectiveness of the heart procedure on migraine sufferers?