WATCHMAN Gone Astray, Catastrophic Mitral Regurgitation Following Device Dislodgement
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: ABSTRACT: WATCHMAN (Boston Scientific, Plymouth, MN, USA) is the most commonly utilized left atrial appendage occlusion device. Although increased operator experience has led to a significant decline in reported complications, serious and potentially fatal events can still occur. We present a case of WATCHMAN device embolization that was identified using transesophageal echocardiography shortly after device deployment, along with the subsequent management and retrieval of the device.
Source: Annals of Cardiac Anaesthesia
Authors: Basil Jouryyeh, Michael Beshara
Institutions: Ministry of Health, University of Kansas Medical Center
Language: English
Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4412112885