Dec 7, 2025 · After implantation, people take warfarin for about 45 days until heart tissue grows over the implant. The procedure is minimally invasive, but requires general anesthesia and …

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 …

Learn what happens before, during, and after the WATCHMAN Implant procedure to lower stroke risk for AFib.

Dec 27, 2025 · Types of Left Atrial Appendage Closure (Watchman Device) While the Watchman Device itself is a specific type of left atrial appendage closure device, there are variations in …

Find answers to the most common questions about the WATCHMAN implant and procedure. Have questions about the WATCHMAN Implant? WATCHMAN Educational Specialists are …

The WATCHMAN procedure is minimally invasive, meaning the chest is not opened to access the heart. By avoiding open-heart surgery, this procedure offers people a faster recovery with less …

UW Health offers the Watchman, a device commonly used for this procedure. The Watchman implant closes off a small part of your heart. This procedure reduces the risk of blood clots and …

Our doctors will explain the Watchman implant procedure in detail, including its benefits, potential risks, and what to expect before, during, and after. They’ll work with you to determine if this is …

The device is placed in the opening of the LAA. Once the WATCHMAN is in place, a thin layer of tissue grows over it in about 45 days. This keeps blood clots in the LAA from entering the …

Learn how the WATCHMAN Implant can protect you against blood clots due to non-valvular AFib, so you can live without blood thinners.