“This analysis suggests that select bicuspid anatomy is amenable to TAVR with current-generation balloon-expandable TAVR technology with acceptable clinical outcomes,” said Raj R. Makkar, MD ...

Aortic stenosis, a major contributor to global cardiovascular morbidity, is expected to increase in prevalence as populations ...

A proposed staging classification system for patients with aortic stenosis that is based on echocardiographic markers of abnormal cardiac function appears to have strong predictive ability for ...

NEW ORLEANS — Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) offers patients with bicuspid aortic stenosis survival similar to TAVR patients with tricuspid stenosis, albeit with an uptick in conversion ...

A retrievable and repositionable transcatheter aortic valve is effective and safe in a real world setting, according to new research. The direct flow medical (DFM) transcatheter aortic valve has ...

Growing demand for a minimally invasive aortic valve replacement by adults under 65 with aortic stenosis may put many at ...

PARIS -- The early commercial experience with transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR or TAVI) for severe aortic regurgitation appeared promising, though device size issues and conduction ...

ALISO VIEJO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--egnite, Inc., a leading cardiovascular digital health company, today announced the results of its seminal research on the real-world impact of clinical ...

The treatment plan for your aortic stenosis depends on how severe your condition is. If your case is mild or moderate, your doctor may decide to keep an eye on how you’re doing for a while. You’ll get ...

Aortic stenosis is a narrowing of the aortic valve that affects how blood flows through the heart and body. While not often linked to heart valve narrowing, high and irregular blood pressure can ...

Someone living with aortic stenosis that progresses quickly often has a worse outlook. But you can take steps to catch this heart issue early and work with your healthcare team to treat it. Your ...

Aortic stenosis is a disease of the heart valve. It involves the narrowing of the aortic heart valve, which reduces blood flow. The condition may cause a person to feel fatigued due to restricted ...