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Catheter Ablation in Combination With Left Atrial Appendage Closure for Atrial Fibrillation
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Left Circumflex Artery Occlusion in Chronic Phase After Left Atrial Appendage Closure
Shota Kajiyama1, Takeshi Arita1, Takeshi Serikawa1
1Fukuoka Wajiro Hospital, Fukuoka, Japan.
JACC. Case Reports
|March 27, 2026
Summary
A rare, delayed complication of Watchman device implantation for atrial fibrillation closure is reported: left circumflex artery occlusion. This case highlights the need for vigilant long-term monitoring after Watchman procedures.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Devices
- Interventional Cardiology
Background:
- The Watchman device is utilized for left atrial appendage closure in patients with atrial fibrillation.
- It has demonstrated a favorable safety profile for clinical application.

