20 May 2026
Challenging TAVI access: exploring transfemoral boundaries and mastering alternative access
Anchorperson:
M. Coylewright
Spokesperson:
I. Alhaddad
Summary
This session investigates the boundaries of transfemoral access for TAVI and strategies to safely extend its use. It also provides a comprehensive review of facilitated transfemoral TAVI techniques and explores alternative access options, offering critical insights for managing challenging TAVI cases.
Learning Objectives
- To recognise how far transfemoral TAVI access can safely be pushed
- To understand how to perform a facilitated transfemoral TAVI
- To explore the options for alternative access