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Scripps Clinic cardiologist Matthew Price explains how a hole in the heart is formed, what health risks can occur and what procedures can help close the hole to lower risk of stroke. Learn more and download a free heart guide: www.scripps.org/6607p Want to learn more? Follow us @ScrippsHealth! Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrippshealth/ Twitter: twitter.com/ScrippsHealth YouTube: bit.ly/ScrippsYouTube Instagram: www.instagram.com What is patent foramen ovale (PFO)? (1:16) How does PFO increase the risk of stroke? (2:01) At what age can you get a PFO-related stroke? (2:32) What are the warning signs of a stroke? (2:59) How is testing for PFO done? (3:23) What is a cryptogenic stroke? (4:27) How do you close a PFO? (6:14) What are PFO closure devices? (7:34) PFO closure vs. blood thinners (9:57) Will you still need blood thinners after closing PFO? (11:26) Any physical restrictions with a PFO closure device? (11:52) Does the closure device need to be replaced? (12:28) What are some underlying conditions for crypt