Masato Fukunaga

Interventional cardiologist / Cardiologist
Kokura Memorial Hospital - Kitakyushu, Japan

Latest contributions

LAA closure procedure step-by-step

09 Feb 2025 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2025

Want to master the step-by-step approach to Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC)? This session is for you!

Follow expert operators as they walk you through the entire procedure, from pre-procedural imaging with TEE and CT to intracardiac echocardiography guidance and precise device deployment. Learn how to assess...

LAA closure procedure step by step

LAA closure

09 Feb 2025 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2025

This session offers valuable insights into various aspects of left atrial appendage (LAA) closure, a critical procedure for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation patients. Explore improvements to the safety checklist, case studies on left atrial thrombosis and mobile thrombus management, as well as a successful case...

LAA closure

The role of WATCHMAN therapy in optimising results and future perspectives

17 Feb 2024 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2024

This special session sponsored by Boston Scientific will help you understand the latest status and the value of WATCHMAN therapy, as well as learning about future perspectives of LAA closure by new WATCHMAN FLX pro.

Rapid-fire - LAA closure and plugging

17 Feb 2024 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2024

In this series of rapid-fire case submissions, explore cases of left atrium appendage closure and plugging. Discover compelling cases such as the transcatheter closure of a very late atrial septal defect device erosion, learn about the importance of transseptal puncture during left appendage closure, and more....

The role and benefit of WATCHMAN FLX in stroke prevention

17 Feb 2023 – From PCR Tokyo Valves 2023

In this session, discover WATCHMAN FLX's numerous benefits for stroke prevention, covering topics such as patient indications for LAAC, the importance of Heart-Brain Team collaboration and post-procedural management insights.