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SIMPLAAFY study of the WATCHMAN FLX™ Pro Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device meets primary endpoints

Source: PR Newswire • Published: 02 Nov 2026, 19:02

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from PR Newswire.

Aspirin-alone and reduced-dose NOAC-alone were noninferior to DAPT at six months.

SIMPLAAFY study of the WATCHMAN FLX™ Pro Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device meets primary endpoints
Key Takeaways
  • Aspirin alone was noninferior to DAPT for ischemic stroke prevention.
  • Reduced-dose NOAC alone was noninferior to DAPT for ischemic stroke.
  • Reduced-dose NOAC showed lower device-related thrombus versus DAPT.
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