Is durability still a topic of concern for TAVI patients? What are the remaining challenges that we need to overcome?

Sponsored by Edwards Lifesciences

Anchorperson: T. Cuisset
Spokesperson: ?. H. Lie
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Summary

Examine the clinical relevance of TAVI valve durability and its impact on long-term patient management in aortic stenosis. Review key factors influencing valve performance over time, with a focus on procedural and anatomical determinants of optimal outcomes.

Current concepts and techniques aimed at achieving ideal valve expansion are discussed in this session, alongside their implications for durability. A live case further illustrates the treatment of younger patients and those with bicuspid aortic valve disease, highlighting practical decision-making in complex anatomies and the importance of tailored lifetime management strategies.

The session also reflects on whether durability remains a limiting factor in contemporary TAVI practice and what challenges still need to be addressed.

Learning Objectives

  • To understand the clinical relevance of TAVI valve durability in patients with aortic stenosis and the key factors influencing long-terme valve performance
  • To explore current concepts, theories, and procedural approaches aimed at achieving optimal expansion of TAVI valves
  • To gain practical insights from an educational LIVE case on the safe treatment of young patients and patients with bicuspid aortic valve disease using TAVI