Heart Series: The WATCHMAN device and atrial fibrillation

Update: 2023-02-14

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Nearly 10% of people over 65 will develop a heart rhythm disorder, also known as atrial fibrillation (AFib). Troy Hounshell, DO, MercyOne Iowa Heart Center electrophysiologist, explains the connection of AFib to your risk of stroke and why a WATCHMAN device could be your best treatment option.

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Heart Series: The WATCHMAN device and atrial fibrillation