What is a TAVR procedure?

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a procedure that replaces a diseased aortic valve with a man-made valve. Aortic valve replacement can also be performed with open-heart surgery; this procedure is surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR).

How serious is TAVR surgery?

Approximately 25\% to 35\% of patients currently treated with TAVR commercially (ie, intermediate and high surgical risk patients) either die or do not recover a reasonable quality of life after the procedure. Identifying those patients prior to the procedure can be challenging.

How long is TAVR expected to last for patients?

And because TAVR candidates have traditionally been a sicker cohort, we do not have substantial data on the effectiveness of TAVR beyond five years or so after placement. Medical literature suggests the lifespan of the tissue valves used in surgical aortic valve replacement is typically about 10 to 20 years.

What are the symptoms of TAVR?

Severe aortic valve stenosis signs include, but may not be limited to:

• Chest pain.
• Dizziness.
• Fatigue.
• Shortness of breath.
• Irregular heartbeat.

Is TAVR painful?

It is common to have pain at the catheter insertion site (often in the leg) for several days following a TAVR. Pain tends to gradually resolve as you recover and heal. Controlling pain is important because it helps you complete rehabilitation and increase your activities.

Who is a good candidate for TAVR?

For TAVR to be recommended, the evaluation must confirm the following: You have aortic stenosis that is severe in nature and is causing symptoms. You are not a candidate for surgical aortic valve replacement or you’re at high risk for surgery and likely would benefit from TAVR therapy.

Who is not a candidate for TAVR procedure?

You have aortic stenosis that is severe in nature and is causing symptoms. You are not a candidate for surgical aortic valve replacement or you’re at high risk for surgery and likely would benefit from TAVR therapy. Your aortic valve and blood vessels are of appropriate size for the TAVR procedure.

What does TAVR stand for?

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What does TAVR stand for in military category?

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What does TAVR stand for medical?

TAVR or TAVI stands for transcatheter aortic valve replacement. It is an exciting technology that allows physicians to fix a severely narrowed aortic valve (aortic stenosis) without opening up the patient’s chest.

How dangerous is TAVR procedure?

The risks of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) include stroke, arterial damage, and groin complications. There is a risk of bleeding and infection with any procedure, but the risks associated with TAVR are pretty low. TAVR has the same risks as surgical aortic valve replacement.