The Watchman procedure is an alternative for these people. The Watchman device is a small, parachute-shaped implant about the size of a quarter and designed to occlude or seal off the LAA.

They state the WATCHMAN device is a small device implanted with ... this procedure provides a safe, effective alternative by reducing the risk of major bleeding and helping patients avoid lifelong ...

ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Dr. Manohar Angirekula, Dr. Adam Farber, and Dr. Fernando Boccalandro have successfully implanted the first “Watchman FLX” Pro Device at Medical Center Hospital.

The WATCHMAN(TM) Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device from Boston Scientific is an implant used to block the left atrial appendage of the heart, a common area for blood clot formations in patients ...