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CLS Health Cardiologists Achieve Historic First with Transcarotid TAVR in Southeast Houston

DAIC

Molham Aldeiri , have successfully performed the first series of transcarotid Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) procedures ever done in Southeast Houston. TAVR , whether through the groin approach or neck approach, only requires a half-inch or inch incision.

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What Is TAVR? A Closer Look at Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement

AMS Cardiology

At AMS Cardiology, we understand that navigating heart health concerns can be overwhelming. If you’ve been diagnosed with aortic stenosis, you might have come across the term TAVR. If you’re wondering “ What is TAVR ?” During TAVR, a cardiologist guides a catheter through an artery in the groin or leg to the heart.

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New Late-breaking Data from Medtronic Evolut Low Risk Trial Demonstrate Strong Clinical and Cost-effectiveness Benefits of TAVR Platform

DAIC

A cost-effectiveness analysis demonstrates the positive economic value of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) using Evolut TAVR compared to surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) for low-risk patients. The findings showed a strong economic benefit of Evolut TAVR for low-risk patients from a U.S.

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Minimally Invasive Options For High-Risk Heart Surgery

MIBHS

Known as an alternative to open heart surgery, minimally invasive surgery is preferred by many patients. It involves tiny incisions that allow a surgeon to access the heart between the rib bones. It also allows for less blood loss, reduced pain, shorter hospital stays, and a lower chance of infection.

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Brachiocephalic Artery Access for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement

All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders

Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is increasing in popularity for symptomatic severe aortic stenosis. Transfemoral arterial route is the most commonly used approach for TAVR, also known as TAVI or transcatheter aortic valve implantation. Caval approach is the least preferred because of higher access site complications.