Ravinder Singh Rao
Latest contributions
TAVI: alternative access - Part 2
18 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
This session addresses alternative access routes for TAVI in patients with challenging vascular anatomy. Topics include transapical valve-in-valve procedures complicated by severe aortic regurgitation, percutaneous TAVI via the brachiocephalic trunk, and strategies for managing hostile vascular anatomies. Solutions for scenarios where transfemoral TAVI is not feasible...
TAVI: coronary protection
17 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
This session addresses coronary protection strategies during TAVI procedures, especially in complex scenarios such as valve-in-valve interventions, small annulus, and high-risk anatomy. It covers advanced techniques like BASILICA and bioprosthetic valve fracture, providing expert guidance on overcoming challenges to prevent coronary artery obstruction and optimize procedural...
Featured research - TAVI: Predictive tools, AI innovation and reintervention strategies
17 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
This session presents cutting-edge research in TAVI, covering the development of predictive models for clinical valve thrombosis, comparative analyses between self-expandable and balloon-expandable valves from the Greek TAVI registry, and the emerging role of AI-guided Heart Team decisions. It also examines outcomes of reintervention strategies following...
Challenging mitral valve-in-valve
16 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
Gain insights into challenging mitral valve-in-valve procedures addressing small cavity anatomy, alignment difficulties, combined LAMPOON and leak closure techniques, and high-risk TMVR cases with complex left ventricular outflow tract obstruction and ECMO support.
Featured research: innovations, safety and evolving pathways in modern TAVI care
16 Nov 2025 – From PCR London Valves 2025
This session addresses contemporary challenges in TAVI, including management of acute valve syndrome through service innovations and the application of Valvosoft non-invasive ultrasound therapy in severe aortic stenosis. It also explores complications such as infective endocarditis post-TAVI, evaluates the feasibility of same-day discharge protocols, and assesses...
Rapid-Fire - TAVI complications: valve embolization, balloon ruptures & more!
26 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Dive into this rapid-fire session showcasing a collection of captivating TAVI complication cases from PCR London Valves 2024. Witness the highs and lows of TAVI procedures, from valve embolization and parallel wiring to balloon ruptures and deformed valves. Gain valuable insights through reflective learning and discover...
Align for the future with Myval THV series - From randomised trials to everyday clinical practice
25 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Through the presentation of several compelling cases, including an 88-year-old male with CKD, RBBB, moderate LV dysfunction, and severe aortic stenosis, a Type 1a bicuspid native AS, and an extraordinary TAVI in an 83-year-old with acute heart failure and comorbidities, this session will dive into the...
New iterations of self expendable valves - LIVE case
25 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Watch a LIVE case followed by a recorded case on enhanced TAVI:
- An 80-year-old female with severe symptomatic aortic stenosis, a complete right bundle branch block (RBB), and preserved LV function. The operators implanted a 25 mm ACURATE Prime valve following predilation with a 22 mm balloon....
Mitral valvuloplasty - A new look at an old procedure
24 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Want to sharpen your expertise in mitral valvuloplasty? This video gets straight to the point: learn the best technical approaches, tackle tough clinical decisions with confidence and discover how to manage mitral stenosis during pregnancy!
Through the lens of a compelling real-world case—a 32-year-old pregnant patient with...
Rendez-vous with Myval THV series and Landmark RCT subset analysis
24 Nov 2024 – From PCR London Valves 2024
Discover this interactive session during which the audience learns about and discusses the novel Myval THV Series, a series of valves featuring intermediate and XL sizes. They also discuss the results of the pivotal LANDMARK randomized controlled trial and its relevance in clinical practice.
TAVI - Alternative access - Part 2
20 Nov 2023 – From PCR London Valves 2023
Delve into alternative access strategies in TAVI with this session: navigate through cases featuring complex aortic anatomy in TAVI patients, witness the innovative use of intravascular lithotripsy of the abdominal aorta to facilitate transcaval valve-in-valve TAVR and explore the technique of transseptal TAVR.
Essentials of lifetime management of TAVI patients
20 Nov 2023 – From PCR London Valves 2023
In this session, discover the key features and benefits of next-generation transcatheter heart valve technology. Gain insights into managing bicuspid and valve-in-valve interventions, and understand the procedural and clinical significance of intermediate and XL sizes in addressing unmet clinical needs.
