TAVI and stroke prevention

Chairpersons: A. Lansky, A. Linke
Panellists: D. Mylotte, G. Weisz
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Summary

Consult this session to learn all about how to prevent stroke during TAVI, especially in patients at high risk for cerebral embolism or with atrial fibrillation, through cerebral protection devices, anticoagulation, LAA closure, and more!

Learning Objectives

  • To appreciate the multifactorial aetiology of cerebrovascular accidents among patients undergoing TAVI
  • To learn about the role of cerebral protection devices in the prevention of stroke during TAVI
  • To review methods of stroke prevention (anticoagulation and LAA closure) in patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing TAVI

Presentations available when logged in:

  • Session objectives
  • Patient experiencing stroke during the peri-interventional period
  • Patient at high risk for cerebral embolism during TAVI – Cerebral protection devices
  • Patient with atrial fibrillation undergoing TAVI – Peri- and post-procedural anticoagulation
  • Patient with atrial fibrillation at high risk for bleeding - LAA closure
  • Session evaluation and key learnings