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VECTOR: First Percutaneous Aorto-Coronary Bypass Case, a New Conceptual Approach

Coronary obstruction represents one of the most severe complications associated with transcatheter aortic valve implantation, particularly in...

Is it safe to use negative chronotropic drugs early after TAVI?

TAVI is associated with a relevant incidence of conduction system disturbances and the development of atrioventricular block...

Transapical TMVR in High Risk Patients: Intrepid 5-Year Outcomes

Moderate to severe mitral valve regurgitation (MR) continues is still a high prevalence condition with bad prognosis,...

Impact of Balloon Post-Dilation on the Long-Term Durability of Bioprostheses after TAVR

Balloon post-dilation (BPD) during transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) allows for the optimization of prosthesis expansion and...

TAVR in Pure Native Aortic Regurgitation: Are Dedicated Devices Truly Superior?

This systematic meta-analysis assessed the efficacy and safety of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) in patients with...

Contemporary Challenges in Left Atrial Appendage Closure: Updated Approach to Device Embolization

Even though percutaneous left atrial appendage (LAA) closure is generally safe, device embolization – with 0 to...

Cardiac Remodeling After Percutaneous ASD Closure: Should It Be Immediate or Progressive?

Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a common congenital heart disease that generates a left-to-right shunt, leading to...

Is it really necessary to monitor all patients after TAVR?

Conduction disorders (CD) after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) are a frequent complication and may lead to...