Boston Scientific’s WATCHMAN FLX device reduces bleeding risk in atrial fibrillation patients post-heart ablation.

Boston Scientific's WATCHMAN FLX device showed better outcomes in reducing bleeding risk compared to oral anticoagulants in patients with atrial fibrillation post-cardiac ablation. The OPTION trial, involving 1,600 patients, found the device matched oral anticoagulants in stroke prevention while significantly lowering major bleeding incidents. This makes WATCHMAN FLX a safer alternative for patients at risk of serious bleeding from long-term anticoagulant use.

November 16, 2024
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