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ABSTRACT: Background
Transcatheter left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) using Watchman device has been demonstrated to be efficacious in decreasing stroke risk in patients with atrial fibrillation who are not suitable for long-term anticoagulation. Residual leaks are frequently encountered following LAAO procedures and their clinical implications and optimal management remain controversial.Case summary
In this report, we describe a case of peri-Watchman device leak treated successfully with percutaneous device closure using an Amplatzer Vascular Plug II device.Discussion
The clinical implications of peri-device leaks remain controversial with general consensus to continue anticoagulation along with serial imaging for larger leaks (>5 mm). As an alternative strategy, percutaneous closure of these leaks has been attempted in hope of avoiding anticoagulation and minimizing the risk of stroke and should be studied further.
SUBMITTER: Suradi HS
PROVIDER: S-EPMC7501943 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Suradi Hussam S HS Park Jeffrey J Poulin Marie-France MF Kavinsky Clifford J CJ
European heart journal. Case reports 20200528 4
<h4>Background</h4>Transcatheter left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) using Watchman device has been demonstrated to be efficacious in decreasing stroke risk in patients with atrial fibrillation who are not suitable for long-term anticoagulation. Residual leaks are frequently encountered following LAAO procedures and their clinical implications and optimal management remain controversial.<h4>Case summary</h4>In this report, we describe a case of peri-Watchman device leak treated successfully w ...[more]