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Official title Intracardiac Echocardiography Guided Watchman Device Implant
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06007872
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is to look at the success of Intracardiac Echocardiography (ICE) in the Watchman procedure. Currently the process is to use a Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) to place the Watchman in patients.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- All patients who meet guideline established criteria for commercially available Watchman device implant and not enrolled in an active clinical trial
You likely can't join if
- Patients in whom a procedural TEE cannot be performed and an ICE only implant is needed.
- Patients receiving a concomitant ablation procedure
- Patients with prior incomplete surgical or percutaneous left atrial appendage ligation/exclusion procedures
- Patients in whom the delivery of trans-septal equipment is anticipated to be difficult (e.g. patent foramen ovale (PFO) or atrial septal defect (ASD)...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Cleveland, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.