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. 2017 Mar 10;13(1):62–66. doi: 10.5114/aic.2017.66188

Table I.

Main differences between current generation Watchman and Watchman FLX LAA Closure System

Parameter Watchman Watchman FLX
Sizes 21, 24, 27, 30 and 33 mm to treat ostia measuring from 17 mm to 30.5 mm in width 20, 24, 27, 31 and 35 mm to treat ostia measuring from 15 mm to 32 mm in width
Design of distal end Open distal end Atraumatic closed distal end with a fluoroscopic marker
Anchors 10 in one row 12 in two rows
Struts in frame 10 18
Sheath 14 Fr (all sizes) 14 Fr (all sizes)
Recommended compression 8–20% 10–27%
Proximal facing screw Recessed screw hub Flat and recessed screw hub
Redeployment after recapture Proximal redeployment after partial recapture only Redeployment after full or partial recapture