Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a treatment for aortic valve stenosis. Aortic valve stenosis -or aortic stenosis -occurs when the heart's aortic valve thickens and becomes stiff (calcifies). As a result, the valve can't fully open and blood flow to the body is reduced.

TAVR is an alternative to open-heart aortic valve replacement surgery. People who have TAVR often have a shorter hospital stay than those who have surgical aortic valve replacement.

During Procedure

 To perform TAVR procedure, a doctor inserts a catheter into a blood vessel, usually in the groin or chest area, and guides it into the heart. Moving X-ray images or echocardiogram pictures help the doctor place the catheter into the correct position.

A replacement valve made of cow or pig tissue is passed through the hollow catheter and placed in the area of the aortic valve. A balloon on the catheter tip inflates to press the new valve into place. Some valves expand without the use of a balloon.

The doctor removes the catheter once the new valve is securely in place.

During the TAVR procedure, the treatment team will carefully monitor your vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate and rhythm, and breathing.

 Diagnonis

•​ X-rays

• ECG

• Echocardiogram

• CT scans

• Blood tests

• You may also have a cardiac catheterization

Complications after Procedure 

Regular doctor's check-ups and imaging tests are needed after TAVR to make sure the new valve is working properly. Let your doctor know if you have any new or worsening signs or symptoms.

Following a heart-healthy lifestyle is important as you recover and to help prevent further heart problems. After TAVR:

• Dizziness or light-headedness

• Swelling of the ankles

• Sudden weight gain

• Extreme tiredness with activity

• Signs or symptoms of infection

Seek emergency medical help if you have:

• Chest pain

• Pressure or tightness

• Severe

• Sudden shortness of breath

• Fainting

Duration: 3-4 Hours 

Success Rate: 95-98% may vary according to patient's condition.

Stay in Hospital: 7 days

Stay in India: 20-25 days