RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Nichols, Emma Hitt
T1 Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Important Considerations
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2013
FD SAGE Publications
VO 13
IS 7
SP 24
OP 25
DO 10.1177/155989771307010
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/13/7/24.abstract
AB Although surgical aortic valve replacement is recommended by clinical practice guidelines in patients with severe aortic stenosis, many patients with calcific aortic stenosis are not optimal candidates for surgery due to their medical comorbidities. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) offers an alternative approach for this patient population that is less invasive. This article discusses indications and outcomes TAVR in patients with severe aortic stenosis, as well as strategies for appropriate patient selection for TAVR.