Watchman device migration and embolization: A report from the NCDR LAAO Registry.

Daniel J FriedmanJames V FreemanSarah ZimmermanZhen TanLucy PereiraKamil F FaridiJeptha P Curtis

Published in: Journal of cardiovascular electrophysiology (2023)

While Watchman DME is rare, it is associated with high mortality and frequently requires surgical retrieval, and a substantial proportion of events occur after discharge. Due to the severity of DME events, risk mitigation strategies and on-site cardiac surgical back-up are of paramount importance.

Keyphrases

left atrial appendage
climate change
left ventricular
cardiovascular events
risk factors
atrial fibrillation
heart failure
type diabetes
cardiovascular disease
catheter ablation