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Has Anyone Had A Watchman Put Into Their Heart? Wondering If It Is Helpful For Afib And Eliminate Medications.

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Green Valley, AZ
September 15
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Gregg, having a watchman will eliminate the need for blood thinners. I know several people on the site here who have had watchmans put in and seem very happy with them. Hugs🤗

September 15
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The Watchman device is a small pouch implanted in the heart to trap blood clots that may form in the left atrial appendage. It is specifically for people whose AFib is nonvalvular, meaning it does not involve heart valves. The Watchman is considered as effective as some blood thinners and may be an option for those who Show Full Answer

The Watchman device is a small pouch implanted in the heart to trap blood clots that may form in the left atrial appendage. It is specifically for people whose AFib is nonvalvular, meaning it does not involve heart valves. The Watchman is considered as effective as some blood thinners and may be an option for those who cannot take blood thinners. It is inserted through a catheter in a vein near the groin. Risks include misplacement of the device, a buildup of blood in the heart, and stroke.

September 15

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