The Structural Heart Clinic and the Cardiologists at South Denver Cardiology Associates are pleased to offer our patients a new and innovative treatment for nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (AFib). Until now, patients with this condition have relied on blood thinners or anticoagulants, such as warfarin, to help manage their risk of stroke. While effective, these medications can cause undesired side effects.

Now there is an alternative – the WATCHMANTM Implant.

This permanent implant may reduce stroke risk for a lifetime in people with AFib not caused by a heart valve problem. What’s more, WATCHMAN can reduce the risk of bleeding that comes with Warfarin (also known as Coumadin®) and eliminates the regular blood tests and foodanddrink restrictions that come along with it.

In a clinical trial, 9 out of 10 people were able to stop taking warfarin just 45 days after the WATCHMAN procedure.

The onetime, procedure is performed by the Cardiologists with South Denver Cardiology. Once implanted, it does not require replacement. The procedure takes about one hour and patients typically go home the next day.

To find out more about the WATCHMAN procedure call the Structural Heart Clinic at 3037383098. www.SouthDenver.com