It was reported that a hematoma occurred at the access site.It was reported that during a watchman implant procedure, while attempting to insert an ultra ice ultrasonic imaging catheter via the patient¿s left leg, it was difficult to obtain access and the catheter was then successfully inserted on the right side of the patient.Approximately 3-4 hours post-procedure the patient developed a hematoma on the left leg at the attempted access site for the ultra ice catheter.Pressure was applied to the hematoma, but it did not resolve and it was necessary to perform a drainage procedure.The watchman had been successfully implanted and the patient was discharged from the hospital after a couple of days.The patient was reported to be ¿fine".
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