Historically patients with atrial fibrillation that were considered to be of a high stroke risk were treated with blood thinning medications such as Coumadin / Warfarin to reduce stroke risk. Most patients spend one night in the hospital and can usually stop taking their blood-thinning … I have a friend who has had a successful Watchman proceedure done in Texas and I may get names from her. EF who now. A heart team for the Watchman Device typically includes interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, imaging specialists and other specialists to work in combination. I cannot decide if this is absolutely necessary and I am also terrified of anesthesia. My father is 82, has a-fib, hypertension, diabetes, has history of stroke & 6 bypasses in the 1990s. In my circumstances would it be reasonable to wait till then? The test is performed to ensure the Watchman device remains well positioned and continues to do its job. A doc has suggested that he have the watchman procedure. Privacy Policy. He can certainly be evaluated at a watchman center. I had no falls, and I did not bump my head on anything. We do not yet have long-term safety and effectiveness data for closure devices because they are relatively new. The Watchman has a long and highly troubled history at the FDA. The Watchman Device is a small implant placed in to the heart that can reduce the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation. Thanks. For this reason the Watchman Procedure should only be performed in a place with an established heart team in place and strong individual programs in all these aspects. The watchman procedure is certainly not classed as an absolutely necessary procedure. The clots typically form in the appendage so the watchman would theoretically stop them forming or escaping. We then determine risk vs. benefit. I recently had the watchman put in by a physician I highly respect. In order to be a candidate for the Watchman Device, the following criteria need all to be fulfilled. I have a dear friend who has no close family and for whom I am the health surrogate. Here is the problem: The Watchman device does not prevent strokes. Transcatheter Mitral Valve In Ring Procedure - TMVIR. Could it be because of watchman? At this point a number of checks are performed to ensure the device stability. After that his counts came up!! If you are interested in information and therapy for heart disease then feel free to follow my twitter at @MustafaAhmedMD. Thank you Can you email me with the answer PLEASE. The paper reported on the outcomes of almost 4000 cases in the United States. I was in the NeuroICU of our local hospital for a few days and was sent home after 3 CAT scans, the final one upon discharge showed gradual decrease in the hematomas. You may get a transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) imaging test to ensure the device is in the right place before implantation. Doctors have done blood tests, EKG, chest X-ray, etc and cannot find anything wrong. In general, the WATCHMAN implantation takes about an hour to complete. My urologist said it was caused by the Plavix. I.e. Regardless, when it comes to stroke prevention strategy, it is an approved method and widely offered and hopefully over the next few years the data becomes more clear. Please reply ASAP. You should bring these questions up with a Watchman team who would complete a full evaluation and present you with the best options. Based on procedure they determined I needed one stent as I was 80% blocked. Not a factor we are generally concerned with. The doctor wants to go back in and put a ring in to seal off the leak. The battery model required is: VARTA CR2430, and they are avaliable locally from good photographic shops or chemists or can be … If possible can you email me your response. There are the usual limitations and care needed for patients that take blood thinner, in that anything with more than an ordinary risk of bleeding should be avoided until the blood thinner can be stopped. My 86 yr. old mother has had two bleeds in her eye twice within the last 6 months. The Watchman Device is designed to cover and essentially eliminate the appendage, basically preventing clots from forming there and reducing stroke risk. When it comes to the watchman device, the procedure is never an emergency and as far as i’m concerned as things stand there is never a firm recommendation. In general watchman is reserved for those that are not good candidates for anticoagulation. Larry. My husband had the watchman installed everything went well. She has been on Coumadin for her Afib for several years but in the last few months her INR has been quite erratic. More than 2.7 million Americans are living with atrial fibrillation, or AFib, a heart condition in which the upper chambers of the heart beat too fast and with an abnormal rhythm. Typically after 45 days the blood thinner Coumadin can be stopped. Was in hospital for 5 months )mostly in CCU) on ventilator for 3 months after anesthesia for hip replacement repair. I was placed in CCU and discharged the next day. My husband suffered a hemorrhagic stroke 7 weeks ago. I live in North Carolina and my Electrophysiologist is Dr. Landers at Reidheart hospital. Are there restrictions after the Watchman procedure? After 6 weeks on Eliquis I had my first major bleed from a GIST tumor in my stomach. I took Xarelto and it mess up my arms and made me bleed from the bottom. Even at 87 there may be significant benefit, and the procedure can be done safely in the right hands. Would the Watchman device help with the heart arrhythmia or is it only to reduce the risk of stroke from the arrhythmia and the lack of blood thinners? It seems to be a difficult situation and the first step in this case would be to consult with a neurologist and a hematologist. Learn how your comment data is processed. Minor dementia after prolonged hospitalization. Firstly, this ensures the device will essentially remain stable lifelong. I also said what are true statistics as to how many have you installed and tracked had to stay on blood thinners as I would not want to go thru and still take the meds. Shortly after placement the body’s own lining covers the device, essentially incorporating it into the body. The Watchman does not treat the atrial fibrillation itself but is rather a procedure that reduces the risk of stroke due to atrial fibrillation, Nguyen stressed. Is he a candidate for the Watchman? Eliquis ia causing stomach ulcers. Knowing what to expect makes it easier to plan and prepare for a successful recovery. Boston Scientific has finally received FDA approval for its Watchman Heart Device after two failed attempts. I am deathly afraid of another bleed as the stomach tumor was cancerous and it seems that the Plavix is prone to aggravating tumors. My current cardiologist tells me I will not need to be on Coumadin after the Watchmen procedure but would need to continue on Plavix for a while afterward. I don’t want it but my heart doctor is pressuring me into it. Many think the watchman is an effective alternative to blood thinning medicines in those that cant tolerate blood thinning medications in the long term and have good reason to seek alternatives. When scuba diving there is increased pressure in body cavities such as lungs, auditory canals, etc. This time it was the sutchers that were bleeding. I am a 79 year old female who was diagnosed with afib over three years ago. I am in Birmingham Alabama, outside of our practice we don’t offer referral services at this point to other specific hospitals. While I was hospitalized, my BP was very high, and Norvasc was added, but during the past 3+ weeks at home, the Norvasc keeps my BP too low (102-108) many days. When in the hospital for something else they added an 81 mg. Aspirin to his medications. He was out if the country for a while. Can a patient with an ICD have a Watchman placed? The whole goal of the Watchman Procedure is to close off the left atrial appendage. Despite three ablations, the Watchman and Warfarin, he continues to have frequent Afib. I would like to know the odds of successfully having this Watchman procedure done? Is this an appropriate response to a hemorrhagic stroke? The factors that determine the need to stay on anticoagulation are whether there is leak around the device and whether there is any evidence of clot seen at follow up. I am 76 and have MS and other problems and it had been a struggle to keep it down. Damage to the heart structures – The heart structures are often thin and there is always a chance of causing tears in the heart linings and escape of fluid in to the sac around the heart, known as a pericardial effusion. Cleveland Clinic. Glad you like the site, it was designed for such, I do a lot of these procedures and want patients informed. She appears to have reasonable rationale to pursue alternatives to blood thinning medication such as the Watchman device. The rate of the device coming loose was very low at 0.25%. Now I have a more like a thumping sound that comes at night and some times in the day time as I go about my daily routine. I called the PHY nurse but no call back so I took this as normal. The decision will be my mother’s to make. Your doctor may prescribe another blood thinner for a few months to make sure the implant is working properly. You will then need to take another type of blood thinner known as Plavix, or clopidogrel, for another 6 months. I do not know if the cardioversion worked because I am out of town and having trouble getting clinical questions answered through my father. The pain persists (about 1-4 times a minute, each for a few seconds). Doctors typically treat people who have afib with a blood thinner called warfarin (brand name Coumadin) to prevent clots from forming and reduce the risk of stroke. Patients also need to continue a warfarin regimen for 45 days. I have read and appreciate your many comments on the Watchman procedure. The Watchman Procedure is a minimally invasive procedure performed through the vessels of the leg. What do you suggest? For this reason the Watchman procedure with the Watchman Device is known as a form of left atrial appendage occlusion. My dad had a watchman procedure done in August, 2017. I was currently on eliguis and baby asprin. You will see a serial number followed by a lower case R which stands for Reset. MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute. You can reduce your risk of complications by: Informing your healthcare providers if you are allergic to anesthetics or have had complications from anesthesia in the past, Lying flat for several hours after the procedure to prevent bleeding at the catheter insertion site, Taking care to research the cardiac electrophysiologist carefully, considering his or her experience implanting the WATCHMAN device, Notifying your doctor immediately of any concerns, such as bleeding or pain. Are deemed by their physicians to be suitable for warfarin; and 3. If you aren’t happy with that, seek a second opinion. 4 days after coming home I had the second bleed, which very nearly killed me. Firstly lets look at the official guidelines then we can discuss this in a little more detail in a way that patients can understand. The patient will not feel this, as they are asleep. The INR range is between 2-3. I think in the year that this started I have only had two within the range. When compared in the best test of medicine, the randomized controlled trial (RCT), the device was inferior to warfarin. Also would my submittal insurance pay this ? You say that in future Coumadin may not be necessary in this context. Ask your doctor what medications you’re allowed to be taking before the procedure and whether you should stop taking anything. Most recently, last October , the FDA’s Circulatory System Devices advisory panel gave the device an … This usually takes about 6 weeks. The products listed in this section include some of the newest medical technology from the year 2020. All rights reserved. After 6 months in the best case aspirin only is required and many patients can come off the plavix and coumadin. How does Watchman work with a pacemaker? you can follow our twitter at @MustafaAhmedMD, [email protected]. After 4 weeks in acute rehab he is home and doing well though struggling to recover speech. My husband with A Fib had an ablation 8 months ago and a pacemaker insertion just over 4 months ago. After the procedure is complete, you will stay overnight in the hospital. The atorvastatin is a cholesterol medication and has nothing to do with the device. If she ultimately has the watchman then contrast would be required and premedication given prior to the procedure. Almost half of patients with atrial fibrillation cannot tolerate the blood thinner. The WATCHMAN™ is implanted into your heart via a one-time procedure. Recovery typically takes twenty-four hours. He was put on in 2012 Warfarin and had a PE within a month. Thank you. Watchman in the Real World: Reports on Use in High-Risk Patients and Overall Safety. The LAA anatomy will not accommodate a device. The diagnosis was 10 months ago. In my watchman program every patient is examined by myself, the electrophysiologist, and a non implanting physician. I have genetic issues of being a non expressor of all anticoagulnts including plavix nd warfarin xarelto and eliquis. I don’t have a relationship with Boston Watchman as things stand nor do i seek one. 7,752,060 and 8,719,052. Your healthcare provider will use a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) about 45 days after the procedure. Many factors to consider. There was no info on what his right atrium measured. There is no data to suggest a clear stroke risk reduction in those that are able to take blood thinner without significant restrictions or side effects. Yes these names appear ridiculous when describing anatomy however they accurately describe the shape of the appendage. I have hypertension, COPD, half a thyroid and one parathyroid removed all treated with meds. Get the basics on afib, from common early symptoms to available treatment options. In addition to specialty training for cardiovascular disease, this doctor also has board certification in the subspecialty of clinical cardiac electrophysiology. A cardiac EP performs electrophysiology tests (EP studies), makes diagnoses, prescribes medicine, and performs interventional (but not surgical) cardiac procedures to treat patients for arrhythmias. He says it is too risky at her age. My mother is 84 years old and out of rhythm (arrythmia?) I know they have five sizes. The frame is made out of a nitinol alloy that is very common with cardiac implants. Can I take a flight overseas three months after having the watchmen? so the surgery was very high risk but was completed successfully. This cord is removed by gently unscrewing the cord until the device is detached. MyHeart is a group of physicians dedicated to empowering patients to take control of their health. Your email address will not be published. I did have a bleed recently on my leg and foot. Dr. Ahmed, my Mother is 75 year old, hx. This is not common. These may include: Side effects from general anesthesia, such as an allergic reaction, confusion, or nausea, Serious bleeding due to the device, typically within the first six months. I am totally onboard with having it done, except when Boston Scientific called after my inquiry I said to them your adds say 9 our of 10 can come off of blood thinner. The tumor was a surprise and needed to come out but I was still in afib with an EF <20(!) Do you feel there are any age related considerations that should be addressed in making the decision to get the procedure? I wish I knew why I can’t get the INR test within range. He can’t sleep and his mind is all confused, walking is not steady. How do I find an experienced team to perform the Watchman? This was the main reason for having the device implanted. They did a cardioversion with flecainide and her BP droped dangerously. The watchman is certainly more well known and performed. I don’t know if they ment the device is leaking or the area around is leaking. I am 71 years old and was diagnosed with severe cardiomyopathy caused by full time afib possibly for as long as one year based on the degree of remodeling of my heart muscle. My mother has AFIB & Histoplasmosis with calcified lymph nodes in the lung. The device seals the LAA and prevents the … The Watchman Device is for those who are felt to be unsuitable for long-term treatment with blood thinners. I want to be sure there is a reversal agent available in the event of an emergency. Atrial Fibrillation: Rhythm Control Including Ablation. Thanks, When she coughs, many times bleeds. I am not aware of instances of allergy after implantation. What If You Have Mild Congestive Heart Failure? He should be evaluated for the newer version known as the watchman flex, that usually accommodates even the larger sizes. Do you think the procedure was done badly or is it just a complication of the watchmen that caused this? It is a vague response that is not to be used as direct medical advice and in no way should replace the opinion of a medical provider. Typically patients leave the hospital the day after the procedure. She is diagnosed with AFIB but also has Histoplasmosis, also lung lymph nodes are calcified. We fear blood thinners. To highlight a very small detail of the depth of information I am talking about…if there are 5 different sizes of the Watchman, how does the doctor determine the correct size, or during the procedure, at what step does the doctor perform the “tug test” and does this tug test procedure mean the same for all doctors? Pain 6 years later would be unlikely. Patients with the Watchman Device can typically stop strong blood thinning medication such as Coumadin 45 days after the device is implanted therefore decreasing the chance of bleeding complications and the need to take daily medicines. Given the large amount of people we have been able to help here, we are starting a twitter to help keep heart patients up to date with advances and relevant information. My husband had a TEE 33 days after having watchman procedure done. The video below shows the three main appendage types. Let me take you through an example. I had a Watchmans implant 2/23/2017. What happens to the opening made in the atrial septum? MidMichigan Medical Center - Midland offers patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AF) an alternative to long-term warfarin (Coumadin ®) medication with the WATCHMAN™ Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Implant.. For patients with AF who are considered suitable for Coumadin by their physicians but who … I saw a Watchman on tv and want to consider it with the doctor. Once you are in the procedure room, your day will typically include these events: A nurse will start an intravenous (IV) line to administer an anesthetic and any other medicines you may need. Read by over a million people every year, MyHeart is quickly becoming a "go to" resource for patients across the world. Prior the watchman procedure in July his blood work was completely normal. Now remember the first line treatment for atrial fibrillation patients considered at high risk of stroke is the use of blood thinning medications such as warfarin. The new Cardiologist is sending her to a specialist to determine the benefit of the Watchman’s device. advice i appeciate your opinion. my heart beat stays normal for me even on the tread mill. After TAVR, it’s especially important to focus on heart-healthy eating. Im not sure what your point is here on what was written as an educational piece for those who have heard of the procedure or who have been seen by doctors and still had questions. I am a 74 year old female with persistent AFib, am scheduled for an ablation procedure in 3 weeks, with a Wachman to be implanted a week later. At yearly check-up her primary cardiologist said she was doing well from his perspective but he shared that the cardiologist who did her 3rd ablation felt strongly that she should have the watchman placed. Typically an ultrasound scan of the heart known as a TEE is performed to assess the left atrial appendage and to help select sizing of the Watchman Device. Can that happen? Some of the reasons for this include bleeding issues, concerns for falling, lifestyle issues and inability to tolerate the medication. I love sports and do several. Do Houseplants Have Beneficial Effects on Health? I have not personally seen an infection from one, however theoretically its possible, fever would be a main sign as opposed to chest pain. With more 75 peer-reviewed medical publications to date, his professional and academic contributions to advancing structural heart care are internationally recognized. Also, anesthesia in the past caused memory problems. He was having to get blood approx. He has had 3 TIAs during this time. Evidently it leaked three years ago, because he had a major stroke which has now led to Alzheimer’s. Dr’s said he was totally unresponsive and wanted to remove ventilator and let him die. Surgeons generally implant the Watchman device through a small incision in the groin area. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Going to have the watchman next Monday . The length of the appendage must equal the maximum size of the appendage opening to be able to accommodate delivery of the device. Thank you. Seems counterintuitive in my case—-cure involves what caused the need for it. My Mother is almost 87 and has AFib. Your email address will not be published. The device, which has been in markets outside of … Great article, easy to understand. Dr. Ahmed is an interventional cardiologist and Director of Structural Heart Disease at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. Just started my research, and would like to know the risks with the procedure and subsequent possibilities. However, she is quite allergic to iodine (we know this from a previous procedure that went off the rails due to the fact that her I2 allergy was not known). Perrotta L, Bordignon S, Dugo D, et al. i am not sure do i need this “The Watchman device, which has been implanted in more than 90,000 patients globally, continues to demonstrate a reduced risk of stroke and has … 7 Surprising Facts About the Maze Procedure, 7 Symptoms Never to Ignore If You Have Heart Failure, Diabetes-Friendly Foods That May Lower Heart Disease Risk, 5 Thing You Didn't Know About Atrial Fibrillation, 7 Foods to Avoid When You Have Atrial Fibrillation, 10 Things to Know About Atrial Fibrillation. The WATCHMAN device does not cure nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, but you may be able to stop taking blood thinners like warfarin if the LAA seals properly. I had a colostomy in 2010 with complications that resulted in a 6-month nursing home stay. After the procedure, heart tissue will grow over the implant within about 45 days. You will need to take blood thinning medicine until heart tissue grows over the implant. Essentially if correctly done, the procedure should last lifelong with regards to occlusion of the left atrial appendage. He had blood work done & he is continuing to bleed. He was then put on Lovenox. The implant does not require open heart surgery and does not need to be replaced. The blood thinners, all of them cause me back pain…mostly due to kidney intolerance to the drugs…the worse was Warfarin. Clearly the situation with regard to your anticoagulation issues is somewhat complex. I am confused. i and my family still debate daily should i They did extensive testing as she was in the hospital for 5 days and they couTldn’t find the bleed. The length is important, as it must be long enough to deliver the chosen device. These clots can get loose and travel to the brain leading to strokes. Do I have to continue to take a statin to reduce chlorestoral(Atorvastatin 40 mg.) Any required bed rest? Last time I wrote the device was relatively new (long term data wasn’t yet available), and based on my research it didn’t seem like a great choice. In this section we will describe the procedure using images as seen below. What can be done about a leaking watchman i had it put in 6-27-18 & on 8-29-18 my tee showed leaking after 60 plus days & I’m still taking Warfarin is there any procedure to be done to stop this leakage from around the device. This then allows patients at high risk of stroke to stop blood thinner while still being at low risk of having a stroke. recommend i install watchman and scheduled tee test this week. It shouldn’t lead to alteration in afib characteristics. Time will tell as to whether it is the first line treatment for those who cannot take anticoagulation. They typically form in a small sac called the left atrial appendage. Disclaimer: The comment response is opinion and in no way affiliated with my employer. 21mm, 24mm, 27mm, 30mm and 33mm. case specific advice can not be given here however i would recommend a conversation between the treating chemo team, the GI dr and the treating cardiologist. In general we give coumadin for 45 days after the watchman procedure. We (doc’s included) are wondering if the change from Lovenox to Pardaxa could have brought on the TIA’s. When she had it done the doctor came out and said she had ozzing into the sac around her heart but sent her home anyway then had to go back a day later because she couldn’t breathe now they say she has chf when she never had problems before this procedure. In such patients, the Watchman Device is felt to be a good alternative to reduce stroke risk. I have been you told you can not have any heart surgery with this device. Why would she need to continue taking them at this point? Required fields are marked *. As things stand, use of blood thinner is the preferred treatment for patients with atrial fibrillation. It is the only device of its kind approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. A cardiac electrophysiologist specializes in treating heart rhythm problems, such as atrial fibrillation. Privacy Policy | Advertising Policy | Cookie Policy | Privacy Preferences Center | Do Not Sell My Personal Information. This Do you have any info as to what numbers might actually be. Even in those patients who have already fulfilled the above criteria, the Watchman Device should not be used in the following groups of patients. Some studies show WATCHMAN device cost is comparable to 7 years of warfarin therapy and 16 years of non-warfarin anticoagulant therapy, but more studies are necessary. Its difficult to say more without knowing the whole situation and health status of your mother but be sure to discuss the risk vs. benefit with the implanting team. 2015;66 (24):2728-2739. I have had a-fib for a long time-first felt my heart skip a beat back in the late 50’s. 2. Great question. She recently had a stroke and was airlifted to Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas. my heart doctor After doing a video endoscopy they discovered the leak in his small intestine. Regardless, there must be an appropriate rationale for the patients not being on long-term blood thinning medication. He was put on Tikosyn sling with his continuing Amlodipine, and his electrophysiologist switched him from Coumadin to Xarelto earlier this year. It differs from situation to situation. While WATCHMAN reduces the risk of stroke in people with afib, there are risks to receiving a WATCHMAN implant. BUT THAT WHICH YOU DO NOT”. The key is to use a team with a full heart team approach, and not just one where the only evaluating physician is the implanter. When she was taken off the Warfarin earlier this year for abdominal surgery (off for 10 days total) by day 11 she had her first stroke. In some cases people cant do that so we have to stop the coumadin and give plavix. The recommendation for watchman is to provide a mechanism of stroke prevention in those not candidates for blood thinner. December of 2017 I had a basel ganglia and intracranial stroke, apparently having been caused by eliquis and also stress since my husband passed away the week before. Examples would be patients who have had a bleed or are at high risk for bleed for various reasons. 3. Its important to discuss with the team, and depends on the nature of the allergy. Ashley Festa is a Greenville, S.C.-based freelance writer and editor who has been writing professionally for nearly two decades. They chose to place her on Plavix and Aspirin daily. Any articles or resources for such a situation? The Watchman Device is made out of a metallic frame that is then covered with a thin layer of fabric. I’m anxious to resume anticoagulation therapy, but my two cardiologists (one where I live and one in FL where I vacation for 3 months) don’t seem to have a definitive recommendation on which anticoagulant would be best. I take warfarin now which is not easy to keep at 2. nothing found… Finally was sent to cancer doctor to receive two IV’s of iron. If patients are to undergo MRI scans then they should first hand their card to the radiologist and ensure the conditions are met. He has intermittent afib. My question is does Medicare pay for this procedure? After 45 days why do I still have to take another blood thinner? The left atrial appendage is a small sac in the top left chamber of the heart. The correct team and approach leads to reduced complications and improved outcomes. 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