Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
A safe and effective minimally invasive option for replacing a diseased aortic valve without open-heart surgery.
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What is TAVR?
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) is a modern heart procedure used to treat severe aortic stenosis in patients who are at high or intermediate surgical risk. Instead of opening the chest, doctors insert a catheter through an artery to place a new valve inside the damaged one.
Overview of TAVR Procedure
TAVR offers an alternative to traditional open-heart valve replacement, especially for patients with severe aortic stenosis who are not ideal candidates for surgery. The procedure involves threading a catheter through the femoral artery (in the groin) or other access points and deploying a new valve within the diseased one. This restores normal blood flow, reduces symptoms such as chest pain, fatigue, and shortness of breath, and significantly improves quality of life.
TAVR Procedure Steps
1
Evaluation & Imaging
Detailed scans and tests determine suitability for TAVR.
2
Anesthesia & Preparation
Patient receives sedation or general anesthesia.
3
Catheter Insertion
A thin tube is inserted into the artery and guided to the heart.
4
Valve Placement
A new valve is positioned inside the damaged aortic valve.
5
Valve Expansion
The replacement valve is expanded and begins functioning immediately.
6
Recovery & Monitoring
Patients are monitored for 1–2 days before discharge
TAVR Treatment Benefits
Minimally Invasive
No open-heart surgery; smaller incision and faster recovery.
Faster Healing
Most patients return home within 1–2 days.
High Success Rate
Over 95% of patients experience improved heart function.
Suitable for High-Risk Patients
Especially beneficial for elderly or medically fragile individuals.
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If you have severe aortic stenosis or have been advised against open-heart surgery, our cardiology team can evaluate your suitability for TAVR.