论文信息 - Dobutamine-supported WATCHMAN FLX implant in a patient with recurrent left atrial appendage thrombus and spontaneous echo contrast formation - 字舞流文

Dobutamine-supported WATCHMAN FLX implant in a patient with recurrent left atrial appendage thrombus and spontaneous echo contrast formation

Abstract We present a rare case of dobutamine-supported WATCHMAN FLX™ device deployment in a medically complex patient prone to recurrent left atrial appendage thrombus and spontaneous echo contrast formation due to underlying low-flow state.

Zuyue Wang | Karim M. Al-Azizi | G. Bhattal

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