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It was reported that a cardiac perforation and subsequent pericardial effusion occurred.Venous access was obtained and transeptal access was gained.A watchman access system (was) single curve was positioned and watchman laa closure device & delivery system (wds) were selected for use during a left atrial appendage (laa) closure procedure.Upon removal of the dilator from the sheath, the was flipped down and caused a small perforation to the aorta, creating a pericardial effusion.Case was aborted.Patient was sent to surgery for perforation repair.Patient is stable and has been discharged.
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