TAVI or Keyhole Aortic Valve Replacement: Which One is Best For You?

Inder Birdi Heart surgeon explains the facts about Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) as a treatment for Aortic valve stenosis compared to traditional surgery. The video will help you to decide which one is best for you. Here's a summary: Introduction to Aortic Valve Stenosis: Explains the role of the aortic valve in blood circulation. Describes how thickening and calcification of the valve can lead to aortic valve stenosis. TAVI Overview: Highlights TAVI as a promising treatment, particularly for older patients. Acknowledges challenges, such as limited long-term data on TAVI valve durability and potential issues with calcified valves. Concerns with TAVI: Discusses the risk of poor sealing around the TAVI valve, especially with mild or moderate leaks. This raises the issue of calcium displacement during TAVI, potentially causing damage to the heart's conduction system and increasing the risk of needing a pacemaker. Traditional Surgery Advantages: Presents aortic valve replacement surgery as the mainstay with reliability, predictable durability, and low pacemaker risk. Explains the need for a balance between surgery and TAVI based on age, health, and long-term outcome considerations. Balancing Treatment Options: Discusses factors influencing the choice between surgery and TAVI, emphasising the need for a personalised approach. Highlights the durability of newer-style pig and cow valves, making TAVI a potential option for future valve replacement. Guidelines and Decision-Making: Mentions general guidelines suggesting surgery under 65 and TAVI over 80 but emphasises the importance of individual patient considerations. Explains the collaborative decision-making process involving a multidisciplinary team of cardiologists and surgeons. In summary, the video provides valuable insights into the pros and cons of TAVI and traditional surgery, emphasising the need for a tailored approach based on individual patient factors and preferences. The information provided in this video is for information only and does not replace advice given to you by your doctor. --------------- To Learn More: VISIT: https://www.thekeyholeheartclinic.com/ CALL US From UK: 02080797860 Outside UK:+442080797860 ----------