TAVI (implantación de válvula aórtica transcatéter)

Which patients is TAVI suitable for?

Por Dr Michael Mullen
2024-04-26

TAVI stands for transcatheter aortic valve implantation, a minimally invasive catheter-based procedure for patients with aortic stenosis. Aortic stenosis is a heart defect characterized by the narrowing of the aortic valve, which can cause chest pain (angina), dizziness, palpitations, breathlessness and loss of consciousness. Cardiologist Dr Michael Mullen tells us all about TAVI, the possible risks faced with the operation and the road to recovery. Ver más

Heart health: TAVI vs. AVR – Part 2

Por Mr Neil Roberts
2024-04-26

When aortic stenosis threatens the heart, two treatment options are TAVI and AVR. In the second part of this article, top cardiothoracic surgeon Mr Neil Roberts lays out the advantages and disadvantages of these procedures and explains when each would be recommended. Ver más

TAVI: the alternative to open heart surgery

Por Dr Iqbal Malik
2024-04-26

If your cardiologist would like for you to have transcatheter aortic valve insertion (TAVI) to repair your heart valve disease, you may be wondering what happens exactly during the procedure. One of our expert cardiologists Dr Iqbal Malik explains all that you need to know about the life-saving operation. Ver más

Heart health: TAVI vs. AVR – Part 1

Por Mr Neil Roberts
2024-04-26

Our hearts are responsible for keeping us alive. However, there are a myriad of problems that can impact our heart health, one of which is aortic stenosis. There are two surgical options to treat this problem: TAVI and AVR. In this two-part series of articles, leading consultant cardiothoracic surgeon, Mr Neil Roberts, explains these procedures and the pros and cons of each. But first, what exactly is aortic stenosis? Ver más