TAVI Complications

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) is well recognized to be a less-invasive treatment alternative to surgical aortic valve replacement. Despite its minimal invasive character, the procedure itself can still be associated with potentially life-threatening complications. A meticulous screening process within the Heart team using sophisticated imaging algorithms are required to anticipate TAVI specific complications. In addition, the prompt detection of complications whenever they occur as well as the immediate institution of adequate treatment are crucial to minimize their sequelae and avoid significant and permanent disability. Dedicated clinical algorithms have been established by TAVI implantation centers in order to address the need for early detection and treatment, and in addition the Valve Academic Research Consortium (VARC) provided a consensus document on relevant endpoint definitions to facilitate the standardization of event reporting of TAVI and other valvular heart disease clinical research.

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