Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): Treatment for aortic stenosis - 07/2020

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Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): Treatment for aortic stenosis

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Abstract

This handout explains a type of heart surgery called transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). It includes detailed illustrations of the man-made valve used in the surgery. Sections include benefits, risks, and types of TAVR that may be used.

Author

Heart Institute at UWMC

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2014

Revision Date

07/2020

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General Subject

Cardiovascular Disorders

Surgery

Specific Subject/Keyword

Aorta

Heart

Heart Diseases and Disorders

Heart Surgery

Heart Valve

Risk Factors

Languages

English

Record ID

4204