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Have anyone heard of the ultraseal device for LAA closure?

Posted by susan.d 
Have anyone heard of the ultraseal device for LAA closure?
July 17, 2020 12:20AM
It’s made of foam, ideal for those with nickel allergies from the watchman
[cardiacrhythmnews.com]

Dr Natale told me he read of a new foam device. I didn’t get it’s name. Perhaps it’s the ultraseal...maybe something else.
Re: Have anyone heard of the ultraseal device for LAA closure?
July 17, 2020 09:32AM
The article says the device is made of nitinol, which is exactly the same stuff the Watchman is made of. Nitinol is an alloy composed of nickel and titanium. I don't know if the Ultraseal is what Natale was referring to, but if it is it doesn't solve anything for you.

The thing is, just because you have a nickel allergy doesn't mean you have a nitinol allergy. You really should let them test you by taping a Watchman to your skin for a week as they suggested.
Re: Have anyone heard of the ultraseal device for LAA closure?
July 20, 2020 07:25PM
Best alloy for these uses is unobtanium but it's awfully hard to get.
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