TAVR is a minimally invasive procedure to replace a narrowed aortic valve without open-heart surgery. It’s designed for patients with severe aortic stenosis, a condition where the aortic valve becomes stiff and limits blood flow from the heart to the body.
● A thin catheter is inserted through a small incision, usually in the leg (transfemoral) or chest.
● A collapsible replacement valve is guided to the heart and expanded inside the diseased aortic valve.
● The new valve immediately takes over the function of regulating blood flow.
● Patients at high or intermediate risk for open-heart surgery.
● Those with severe symptoms like chest pain, breathlessness, fainting, or fatigue due to aortic stenosis.
● Minimally invasive, avoiding open-heart surgery
● Faster recovery and shorter hospital stay
● Relief from symptoms and improved quality of life
● Long-term improvement in heart function
TAVR offers a safe and effective alternative for patients who may not be suitable for traditional surgery, restoring normal blood flow and enhancing daily living.
