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¹USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, Florida.

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This case report details a new endovascular technique using a wire and snare to safely remove an embolized Watchman device from the thoracic aorta. The method enhances stability, reducing risks of further embolization during Watchman device retrieval.

Area of Science:

Cardiovascular Interventions
Medical Device Retrieval

Background:

Embolization of the Watchman device is a rare but serious complication.
Existing methods for retrieval may carry risks of further embolization or device damage.

Keywords:

Watchman embolization left atrial appendage occlusion modified hangman

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