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section: health
first_reported: 2026-11-13 11:20 EST
updated: 2026-11-13 11:20 EST
status: reported
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# Many doctors question science behind Watchman heart implant

Boston Scientific's Watchman heart implant for A-fib has reached $2 billion in sales. Many doctors say the science is far less clear.

Section: [Health](/boston/section/life.md) · Entities: [Boston Scientific](/boston/wiki/boston-scientific.md), [Watchman](/boston/wiki/watchman.md)

## Coverage

- [The Boston Globe](https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/11/12/metro/watchman-device-boston-scientific-afib/), 2026-11-13 11:20 EST: Doctors have questions about the Watchman. Boston Scientific has a sales pitch.

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