More special care is needed when using the Watchman access systems used to deliver transcatheter left atrial appendage (LAA) closure devices due to a risk for air embolisms, according to an FDA alert.

Use of two high-risk cardiovascular devices—the Watchman (Boston Scientific) left atrial appendage occluder and the Impella (Abiomed) left ventricular assist device—is highest in the United States ...

Data also demonstrates that the stroke risk reduction device is as effective as oral anticoagulants for patients with atrial fibrillation following a cardiac ablation The trial met the primary safety ...