Transcatheter electrosurgery and leaflet modification of the aortic valve

Anchorperson: S. C. C. Lam
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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