Challenges and Insights in Managing Device-Related Thrombosis Post-WATCHMAN Implantation: A Case Report of Surgical Thrombectomy in an Elderly Jehovah's Witness Patient With Atrial Fibrillation
The WATCHMAN device offers a viable alternative to long-term oral anticoagulation for stroke prevention in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, particularly for high-risk patients. Despite its success, device-related thrombosis (DRT) remains a concern, potentially restricting its wider use. We present a...
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| description | The WATCHMAN device offers a viable alternative to long-term oral anticoagulation for stroke prevention in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation, particularly for high-risk patients. Despite its success, device-related thrombosis (DRT) remains a concern, potentially restricting its wider use. We present an 83-year-old female Jehovah's Witness with atrial fibrillation who, after successful WATCHMAN device implantation, suffered multiple transient ischemic attacks six months later. Initial investigation revealed a thrombus on a slightly exposed strut of the almost completely endothelialized device. Despite treatment with warfarin and rivaroxaban, urgent surgical intervention was ultimately required to remove the thrombus completely. This case illustrates the risk of thrombus formation even with minimal strut exposure and the challenges in managing DRT. It also highlights the necessity for diligent monitoring and potential reassessment of post-implantation anticoagulation protocols. Our report adds to the limited literature regarding surgical thrombectomy following WATCHMAN implantation and provides valuable insights for clinicians managing similar scenarios. |
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