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Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: Jul 30 1:35pm | Replies (31)
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Hello @gdcm. I'd like to invite @johnnoregon and @debithejedi in addition to @kcpdohn3333 to share their experiences with the watchman procedure.
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Hi Justin and @gdcm. I had a stroke in 2020 caused by a warfarin overdose at my hospital. I also have a sizeable dose of Afib, flutter, and CHF (diastolic dysfunction). My stroke risk was very high. My only option was a Watchman.
The surgery in 2022 was about equal to a colonoscopy experience in terms of time (one day, outpatient). It was eventless for me. Since then, I have not experienced any side effects at all. I don't even know if it's there. The appendage grew around the device, it's secure, and I'm living more comfortable knowing I have closed off the way a clot can easily travel back to my brain. If your cardiology team believes it's best, I tend to agree.