TAVI
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), also known as
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), is a minimally
invasive procedure to replace a narrowed aortic valve.
TAVI, or transcatheter aortic valve implantation, is a minimally invasive procedure that replaces a diseased aortic valve with a new one using a catheter, offering an alternative to open-heart surgery for patients with severe aortic stenosis.
Who Needs ?
- Patients with severe aortic stenosis, especially those experiencing symptoms
- People at low, intermediate, or high risk for standard valve replacement surgery
- Patients with a failing surgical aortic valve
- Those who may not be good candidates for open-heart surgery due to age or
other health conditions
Symptoms it can help with
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain (angina)
- Fatigue
- Fainting or dizziness
- Heart palpitations
Advantages post-procedure
- Less invasive than open-heart surgery
- Shorter hospital stay (typically 1-2 days)
- Faster recovery time
- Can be performed on high-risk patients
- Improved quality of life
- Reduced symptoms of heart failure
- Potentially improved survival rates in high-risk patients
Key features
- Uses a catheter to deliver a collapsible replacement valve
- Can be done through small openings, often via the femoral artery in the groin
- New valve is placed inside the diseased valve without removing the old one
- Uses either balloon-expandable or self-expanding valves
- Typically takes 1-2 hours to perform
FAQ
TAVI (also known as TAVR) is a minimally invasive procedure used to replace a narrowed aortic valve without open-heart surgery. It helps improve blood flow and relieve symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue.
TAVI is ideal for patients with severe aortic stenosis who are at high or moderate risk for open-heart surgery, especially older adults or those with other medical conditions.
For many patients, especially older adults or those with risk factors, TAVI is considered safer and less invasive, with a shorter hospital stay and faster recovery time.
As with any procedure, there are risks like bleeding, stroke, infection, or irregular heart rhythm. However, TAVI is generally considered safe and complications are rare when performed by experienced heart teams.
The procedure typically takes about 1–2 hours. Most patients are awake or under light sedation, and many are able to go home within a few days.
Most patients feel better within a few days and return to normal activities within 1–2 weeks. Recovery is generally faster compared to traditional open-heart surgery.
TAVI valves are designed to last 10–15 years or more. Ongoing check-ups with your cardiologist will help monitor the valve’s performance over time.
You may need to take blood thinners or antiplatelet medication for a period after the procedure. Your doctor will recommend what’s best based on your condition.
Yes, in some cases, a second TAVI can be performed if the first valve wears out (called valve-in-valve TAVI). Your doctor will guide you if this becomes necessary.
Your medical team will guide you through tests and instructions before the procedure. It’s important to follow their advice on medications, diet, and activity levels before and after TAVI.
What PATIENTS SAYS !!
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Heart Patient
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Heart Patient
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Heart Patient
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Heart Patient
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