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Post-Dilation of Self-Expanding Valves: Frequency, Usefulness, and Risks

This study explores the impact of balloon post-dilation on studies conducted in the United States assessing the...

Asymptomatic Severe Aortic Stenosis in the Elderly: When to Intervene

This work studies the natural history of aortic stenosis and the optimal timing to intervene elderly patients...

TAVR: Reasons to Consider Mitral Annular Calcification

Courtesy of Dr. Carlos Fava. Aortic valve calcification and mitral annular calcification have the same etiology and are frequently...

4 Readmission Predictors after Successful TAVR

Readmissions are frequent after cardiovascular procedures and they significantly increase healthcare costs. Data on readmission need within...

Transcatheter Valve Thrombosis: Predictors, Incidence, and Events

This study sought to clarify the incidence and predictors of hypoattenuated leaflet thickening (assumed as leaflet thrombosis)...

TAVR vs. Surgery: Valve Performance at Five Years (PARTNER I)

The aim of this study was to evaluate the long-term performance of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)...

Post TAVR Cognitive Function at Short Term: Better or Worse?

There is little information on the short and mid-term evolution of cognitive function after transcatheter aortic valve...

Apixaban: An Alternative for Patients with Atrial Fibrillation Undergoing TAVR?

Courtesy of Dr. Carlos Fava. The prevalence of atrial fibrillation in patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is...