15 Feb 2026
Transcatheter electrosurgery and leaflet modification of the aortic valve
Anchorperson:
S. C. C. Lam
Summary
This session offers an expert overview of transcatheter electrosurgery and leaflet modification techniques for aortic valve interventions, focusing on TAV-in-SAV scenarios. It reviews patient selection, procedural setup, and material preparation, with detailed step-by-step guidance on BASILICA and UNICORN techniques, supported by recorded cases and troubleshooting strategies to manage complications effectively.
Learning Objectives
- To understand the indications and perform case selection for leaflet modification in TAV-in-SAV
- To learn concepts, basic setup and material preparation for transcatheter electrosurgery
- To learn procedure steps, best practices and troubleshooting in BASILICA and UNICORN techniques