Can doctors safely perform multiple heart procedures in one day? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT06436924
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This observational study is tracking 678 people with atrial fibrillation who are getting a Watchman device implanted to close off the left atrial appendage and reduce stroke risk. The study focuses on centers where a single doctor performs eight or more of these procedures in one day. Researchers will compare complication rates and device success to historical data to see if high-volume scheduling is safe and effective.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Watchman FLX or Watchman FLX Pro left atrial appendage occlusion device
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could show that scheduling many LAAO procedures in one day is safe and effective, potentially improving access to stroke prevention for atrial fibrillation patients.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may not prove cause and effect. Outcomes depend on operator skill and patient selection, and complications like bleeding or device leakage remain possible.
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Ascension St. Vincent
RECRUITINGJacksonville, Florida, 32204, United States
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Grandview Medical Center
RECRUITINGBirmingham, Alabama, 35243, United States
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Medical University of South Carolina
RECRUITINGColumbia, South Carolina, 29204, United States
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Memorial Health University Medical Center
RECRUITINGSavannah, Georgia, 31404, United States
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Naples Community Hospital
RECRUITINGNaples, Florida, 34102, United States
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Pima Heart and Vascular
RECRUITINGTucson, Arizona, 85704, United States
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The Medical Center of Aurora
RECRUITINGAurora, Colorado, 80012, United States
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