Dec 7, 2025 · The Watchman is a small device placed in the heart to stop blood clots and prevent strokes due to non-valvular AFib. After implantation, people take warfarin for about 45 days …

Sep 13, 2022 · The WATCHMAN helps reduce the chance of stroke in people with atrial fibrillation. It is an alternative to long-term therapy with blood thinners. This article explains the …

The WATCHMAN Implant is an option to reduce stroke risk for people with non-valvular AFib who need an alternative to blood thinners. Watch the video to learn more and talk to your doctor …

Who might be a candidate for the WATCHMAN device? People who have AFib that isn’t caused by problems with their heart valves may be candidates for the WATCHMAN device. At Penn …

Below is an explanation of what to expect before, during and after the WATCHMAN device implantation procedure. To learn whether the WATCHMAN device is right for you, request an …

How is this device implanted? It involves a one-time procedure performed under general anesthesia. Your cardiologist will guide the WatchmanTM device into your heart through a …

Oct 1, 2024 · The Watchman is an FDA-approved device that lowers the risk of stroke in people with AFIB who are unable to take blood-thinning drugs. The Watchman device is implanted in …

The WATCHMAN placement is a one-time procedure, implanted similarly to a stent. The WATCHMAN device fits inside the left atrial appendage, effectively closing it off and …

Oct 30, 2023 · The Watchman device is used to close off the left atrial appendage. Specifically, it is a parachute-shaped, self-expanding device that is placed in the opening of the LAA.

The Watchman Implant is a minimally invasive procedure for AFib patients who need an alternative to blood thinners. The Watchman procedure reduces the risk of a stroke by …